Freedom is an electric, off-road wheelchair.

$4,130 of $60,000 goal
Given by 35 generous donors in around 9 months

Please help housebound MS sufferer Kathryn gain access to the great outdoors that she loves.

Nelson / Tasman

Kathryn is 43 and has lived with progressive Multiple Sclerosis (MS) since her mid 20's.

Six months ago she was able to stand with assistance. Now she is completely wheelchair bound.

Kathryn is being cared for by her partner, Grant. When she was more mobile, their greatest pleasure was tramping in the bush, and then going on road trips throughout the South Island so that Kathryn could still experience the remote New Zealand environment. This is no longer possible.

Kathryn doesn't have a long 'bucket list'. She just wants to be able to get outdoors amongst nature, but, for that, she needs a powered wheelchair that can cope with uneven terrain. She also needs a vehicle the wheelchair can fit into easily. Kathryn would love to go up The Cobb Valley; she would love to go fishing.

Kathryn's friends are trying to make that possible but we can't do it by ourselves and would be very grateful for your support. Please help this lovely, unassuming lady get out of the house and back into the beautiful landscapes that make her happy. All funds will go directly towards purchasing a powered, off road wheelchair and a suitable vehicle for Kathryn. Thank you for your generosity and kindness.

Judy Soar's involvement (page creator)

Kathryn is a friend. She remains remarkably positive despite her increasing lack of mobility. I would love to help her enjoy the outdoors again.

Use of funds

Funds will be spent on a powered, off-road wheelchair and towards upgrading their very old vehicle (which is not wheelchair capable). If things don't go to plan the money will be used for equipment to improve Kathryn's quality of life.

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Extending the Page  19 October 2018

Hi everyone,

We are extending this page to be open until the end of the year.

Thanks for all your donations and support.

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Saint Paul’s School Family
Saint Paul’s School Family on 03 Aug 2018
Sending our love and best wishes to you Kathryn. You were a special part of our school community and we hope this fundraising mission is successful so you can get out and enjoy our beautiful area. This money was raised through a hotdog lunch organised by FOSP. God bless x
$330
Judith Ashley
Judith Ashley on 02 Aug 2018
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Margaret Gibbs
Margaret Gibbs on 30 Jul 2018
All the very best.
$100
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 25 Jul 2018
$10
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Guest Donor on 11 Jul 2018
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This campaign started on 21 Apr 2018 and ended on 15 Jan 2019.