Help Children in Wheelchairs to be Independent!

Help Children in Wheelchairs to be Independent!
We did it
On 4th August 2024 we successfully raised £2,830 with 58 supporters in 58 days

Help me raise £7k to buy a DriveDeck for my brother's SEN school. It teaches wheelchair users how to use a powered wheelchair independently.

by James in Leatherhead, England, United Kingdom

James is fundraising for Woodlands School Charitable Trust Charity No. 1156371


Started on 6th June 2024 Leatherhead KT22, UK

Updates 6


James posted an update on 15th January 2025

Drivedeck delivery

1736949089_1000054218.jpgHello everyone,

One final message from us. Apologies for not being able to update you sooner.

Due to some unforseen circumstances, the Drivedeck order was delayed. 

But we are very pleased to let you know, it was delivered to school last week!!! The staff and children are very excited 😊 

Thank you very much!


James posted an update on 23rd July 2024

We did it!

Hello everyone,

Charlie's school and our family would like to thank you all for your support and generosity!

It's been incredible 7 weeks!

The boys finished the challenge on Sunday. In total, Charlie cycled 7 miles while James cycled 71.11 miles and ran 70.54 km in total. 

In the first few weeks, James had to fit his cycling and running after school and between weekend clubs. He found running especially hard to do but he kept going. 

Charlie had to wait for the right weather conditions to cycle, i.e. no rain, temperature below 22 degrees, some clouds :)

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A "Thank you" message from Charlie on his communication device (you might need to turn the volume up):

If the video links don't work in the update message, please refer to the crowdfunder page:

https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/help-children-in-wheelchairs-to-be-independent

Thank you.


James posted an update on 15th July 2024

Week 6 Update

Hi everyone! 

Thank you again for your support! The boys have been keeping busy, continuing to push to get the job done.

Charlie did his final ride today and finished his 7 miles challenge!

James ran 55.34 km and cycled  64.52 miles so far. 

Only 1 more week of the challenge left. Just a final push for James now!

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If the video links don't work in the update message, please refer to the crowdfunder page:

https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/help-children-in-wheelchairs-to-be-independent

Thank you. 


James posted an update on 22nd June 2024

Video links within updates

Hi everyone,

Thank you again for supporting the boys!

Some video links don't seem to work in update emails. They do work on the main crowdfunder page:

https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/help-children-in-wheelchairs-to-be-independent

Thank you.


James posted an update on 21st June 2024

Week 3 Update

A Thank You message from James:

Week 3 is almost over! James cycled 30.76 miles and ran 20.6 km. Running has been difficult but we'll keep going!

Charlie cycled 3.57 miles so far!

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Thank you very much for your support!!!

If the video links don't work in the update message, please refer to the crowdfunder page:

https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/help-children-in-wheelchairs-to-be-independent

Thank you. 


James posted an update on 9th June 2024

Week 1 Of The Challenge Update

Thank you so much, everyone, for your support! 

Just a quick update on the boys' progress so far:

James ran a total of 12.49 kilometres and cycled 7.13 miles despite hurting his ankle on day 2.

Charlie cycled 2.57 miles. 

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My name is James, I am 7 years old. My older brother, Charlie, is 10 and has a rare genetic condition which affects his muscle control. He uses a wheelchair but he needs an adult to push him. 

I would like to raise money to install a Smart Driving Platform, called a "DriveDeck", at Charlie's school which will help him and his friends to learn how to use a powered wheelchair. This is so important for children like Charlie to be independent.

I am doing a 7 week challenge ( 02/06 - 21/07 ) where I will be cycling 70 miles and running 70 km. Charlie will also be cycling 7 miles on his specially adapted trike. It's going to be really tough for both of us but we are excited for the challenge!

7 reasons to donate:

1. To support my brother and his friends

2. To help them enjoy a bit of independence

3. To allow them to be in control of where THEY want to go

4. Woodlands School is a fantastic place but in need of support

5. 70 miles cycling and 70 km running is a long way for me and 7 miles cycling is  quite challenging for Charlie, so it will be nice to know people support the idea

6. A smile on my brother's face makes me happy

7. Every little counts

Please support us if you can. Every pound helps! Thank you very much!

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A message from Charlie's School -

"Woodlands School for Pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties is raising money to purchase a SMART platform for independent mobility by wheelchair users.  

The Drivedeck SMART platform is inclusive to all users as pupils can remain in their own wheelchair whilst using the platform. Pupils can use switches or a joy stick to control their direction of movement.

This would be a brilliant piece of equipment for pupils at Woodlands School – please help us to raise the money!"

DriveDeck - Smart Platform

A Drivedeck offers wheelchair users the chance to explore their environment in safety at their own pace.

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https://www.smilesmart-tech.com/product/drivedeck/


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Activity


James
15th January 2025

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James
23rd July 2024

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Jessica Hill
23rd July 2024 at 9:18pm

What a fantastic thing to do not only for your brother but also for the children at Woodlands. Heart of gold, hope this helps to reach your target. Best of luck from Jessica & my boy Noah in badgers class x

Jessica Hill
23rd July 2024 at 9:16pm

pledged £250 + an est. £62.50 in Gift Aid

Stacey Robinson
20th July 2024 at 10:16pm

pledged £5 + an est. £1.25 in Gift Aid

Clare Groocock
17th July 2024 at 11:31am

pledged £40 + an est. £10.00 in Gift Aid

Eleanor Cowe
16th July 2024 at 6:34pm

Good luck Austin Boys. You will smash this. Love Ellie James Joey and Charlie xxxxx

Eleanor Cowe
16th July 2024 at 6:33pm

pledged £50 + an est. £12.50 in Gift Aid

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Andrea yolland
16th July 2024 at 6:05pm

pledged £20

Anonymous
16th July 2024 at 2:40pm

pledged £10 + an est. £2.50 in Gift Aid

Anonymous
16th July 2024 at 2:38pm

pledged £40 + an est. £10.00 in Gift Aid

Cath Bracken
16th July 2024 at 10:49am

pledged £100 + an est. £25.00 in Gift Aid

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