Community rallies to support boy with rare condition
Fit Kat Bootcamp, Suncoast Mechanical and Challenge Accepted are joining forces to help a little boy with a rare condition.
Massive auction, raffle and activities
on August 9 to raise funds
by Cameron Outridge
Three Nambour business have rallied together to help a boy with a rare condition and they are off to a flying fundaiser start after appearing on radio.
Organiser Kat Wilkinson from Fit Kat Bootcamp said an appearance on HOT FM Radio with Sam and Ash, to promote the August 9 massive auction and raffle event had yielded incredible results.
“I am so happy to share the incredible progress of our fundraising efforts following our recent appearance on air with Sam and Ash on Hot FM Radio.
“The community response was nothing short of amazing. We raised $8780 on the day, and we are delighted to announce that the CEO of Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital has donated a $5000 medical bed for our brave little boy to use for life.
“We always knew that the Sunshine Coast community would rally behind us, but the overwhelming and rapid response has been truly heartwarming. We cannot thank enough all the local businesses who have donated brilliant prizes for our event.”
Fit Kat Bootcamp is collaborating with fellow Price Street businesses Suncoast Mechanical and Challenge Accepted in the fundraising event to support a young boy in the community battling 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome (DiGeorge Syndrome).
Born with this rare condition, he has undergone multiple open-heart surgeries and now relies on home oxygen.
“Despite facing numerous medical procedures and limitations in physical activity, his spirit remains unbroken, and his infectious humour brings joy to all who know him,” said Kat.
The funds raised will go towards significantly improving his quality of life. His condition restricts his mobility, and Kat said the donated bed would provide much-needed comfort at home.
His family, who have looked after over 50 children alongside their own two, are known for their dedication and compassion.
The event will feature an auction, over $5000 in raffles from local businesses, and activities for adults and kids, including face painting, bootcamp, boxing, yoga, pilates, a Nerf gun battle, and laser tag.
Kat urged the community to participate or contribute in any way they can. “Every donation and act of support will make a significant difference in this boy’s life and his family’s journey,” she said.
Event Details
August 9 from 3.30pm at 34-38 Price Street, Nambour. For more information or to contribute, contact Kat Wilkinson at Fit Kat Bootcamp.
Major Prizes to Bid On:
Bids can be made on the day or on Fit Kat Bootcamp’s Instagram and Facebook stories daily.
• Luxair Air Conditioning and Mechanical Services Pty Ltd: Ducted or split air conditioning system maintenance, valued at $350; Supply and installation of a 2.5kw Mitsubishi Electric split air conditioning system (bedroom-sized), valued at $2200 (current bid $1000).
• Fit Kat Bootcamp Annual Membership: Unlimited weekly group training, valued at $2860 (current bid $1200).
• 2-night stay in a glamper at Ingenia Holidays Diddillibah: Valued at $700 (current bid $300).
Fantastic Raffle Prizes
on the day:
Capture Your Photography Package ($575), Bamboo Blonde Hair (4x$50), EMJ’s Hair Design ($200), Peachy G Hair Studio ($120), The Enchantress ($200), Care and Transplanters & Hinterland Trees ($150), DeeLight Therapies ($200), Healing Massage Therapy by Charmain Pascoe ($200), Suncoast Mechanical Hot Laps Experience in QLD Touring Car ($220 x3), Challenge Accepted voucher, By Carly Design voucher, Driftwood Restaurant and Ingenia Resort ($100), The Home Equine-Assisted Therapy Voucher, Alla Rassi Beauty Voucher, Driftwood Rivershore Restaurant ($100), Alex Hotel Voucher ($100), Buderim Tavern ($100), Golden Beach Tavern ($100), The Savvy Squire ($100), Kawana Hotel ($50 voucher).
Raffle tickets are 1 for $10 or 12 for $100.
Donations:
For those who prefer to donate online, please visit GoFundMe page at gofund.me/6f96617f.