Emilycooper is fundraising for
THE OLIVER KING FOUNDATION - ECG Testing & Wellness Centre
Charity No. 1144485
£4,208
+ estimated £853
Started on 14th February 2024
Lancaster LA1, UK
On Boxing Day 2021, we tragically lost our beautiful son, Alexander suddenly and unexpectedly. Until very recently, we had no idea why he died and it was only because of genetic testing that we learnt he died due to a genetic mutation which results in something called PPA2 deficiency. Although not much is known about this condition, we do know that it causes sudden cardiac death in children. As it is a recessively inherited condition, we had our other children tested and our daughter Isabelle is also affected. We were incredibly fortunate to have received a donated defibrillator from the Oliver King Foundation, which has enabled us to feel prepared to give Isabelle the best chance of survival until she will receive an internal device.
As February is Alexander's birthday month, we are giving ourselves one year from now to raise and donate enough money, so that another family with a member at risk of sudden cardiac death can benefit from such a device from the Oliver King Foundation. We are grateful for each and every donation, or fundraising activity in his and Isabelle's honour! Thank you.
Activity
Anonymous – £20
19th June 2024
Naomi Campbell – £10
I've followed Emily's story since the tragic loss of Alexander and to hear even more sad news it's all I can do to help all of those that live with this genetic condition. Having to live with life threatening conditions as an adult, I can't begin to imagine the pain when it's your child living with them. I hope this small donation will go some way to help those fighting to save the ones you love. x
8th June 2024
Anonymous – £10 + an est. £2.50 in Gift Aid
6th April 2024
Anonymous – £10 + an est. £2.50 in Gift Aid
5th April 2024
Anonymous – £5 + an est. £1.25 in Gift Aid
4th April 2024
Anonymous – £5 + an est. £1.25 in Gift Aid
22nd March 2024