Raising money to donate one defibrillator

Raising money to donate one defibrillator

£4,203

+ estimated £853 Gift Aid
£1,500 target

228 supporters

See all

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.

1707923019_393401908_10163503290767468_5342003513593768422_n.jpg1707923039_406746287_10161510396214002_2330058853523889374_n.jpg

Activity


Erica Wilkinson
1st August 2024 at 1:03pm

pledged £10

Erica Wilkinson has also backed 2 other projects

Clare Purdy
22nd June 2024 at 12:04pm

Alexander was such a beautiful boy and you are such a beautiful family. Sending love and I’ll have an ice cream later! Xx

Clare Purdy
22nd June 2024 at 12:01pm

pledged £10

A
Anonymous
19th June 2024 at 7:52pm

pledged £20

Naomi Campbell
8th June 2024 at 9:29am

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

Naomi Campbell
8th June 2024 at 9:26am

pledged £10

Helena Herd
6th April 2024 at 6:47pm

Thinking of Emily and family. 🚗🍦

A
Anonymous
6th April 2024 at 6:46pm

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

Sian Jones
5th April 2024 at 10:44pm

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

A
Anonymous
5th April 2024 at 12:02am

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

A
Anonymous
4th April 2024 at 9:30pm

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

Nicola Hughes
27th March 2024 at 4:44pm

With love ❤️ Nicola and family xxx