Help Wyatt get to London for the 66th London International Youth Science Forum (LIYSF).

$780 of $2,500 goal
Given by 17 generous donors in around 4 months

I have been selected as one of only 500 students from around the world to attend the 66th LIYSF and need help to cover the costs.

Masterton, Wellington

My name is Wyatt Backhouse and I am a year 13 student at Wairarapa College in Masterton. I am the deputy head boy for 2025 and have a huge passion for science that has helped me achieve many academic awards and excellent NCEA results. I'm thrilled to share that I've been selected to attend the 66th London International Youth Science Forum (LIYSF) at the Imperial College of London! I have been picked as one of only 500 students from 80 countries for 15 days of STEM exploration.

I'll have the chance to attend lectures by world-leading scientists, including Nobel Prize winners, and visit top UK universities like Oxford and Cambridge. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn from the best, connect with other passionate students, and experience British culture.

The cost of this amazing adventure is around $10,000, which covers everything from travel and accommodation to the programme fees. I'm working hard to raise the funds, and any contribution, big or small, would be hugely appreciated.

Thank you for considering supporting my journey to LIYSF!

Wyatt Backhouse's involvement (page creator)

The funds will go to my mother, Melanie Backhouse, who will then forward them to me.

Use of funds

Any funds received will go towards travel, accomodation, and participation fees.

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Latest update

Nearing the finish line!  18 May 2025

Kia Ora everyone,

I'm so incredibly grateful for your support so far! Thanks to your amazing generosity, and additional funds I've raised through other efforts, I'm now very close to reaching my fundraising goal for the London International Youth Science Forum.

I've been working hard to raise these funds, and thanks to the additional support of the following amazing organisations, I am nearing the finish line.

Thanks to the Masterton Rotary Club, Cookie Time Charitable Trust, Masterton Trust Lands Trust, and the South Wairarapa Working Mens Club.

I've updated my Givealittle goal to $2,500, as this will allow me to complete the fundraising. Your contribution will help me cover the remaining costs and ensure I can fully participate in this incredible opportunity.

Thank you again for being a part of this incredible journey. I can't wait to share my experiences with you all when I return!

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Latest donations

MasterPro Cleaning Services
MasterPro Cleaning Services on 24 May 2025
Well done Wyatt, what an amazing opportunity!
$200
Wyatt Backhouse

Thank you so much! That is so generous.

Wyatt Backhouse
Keira
Keira on 29 Apr 2025
Go Wyatt!!! ❤️
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Wyatt Backhouse

WOO Thanks Keira !!! :)

Wyatt Backhouse
Sandra
Sandra on 25 Apr 2025
Good luck Wyatt
$50
Wyatt Backhouse

Thank you so much!!!

Wyatt Backhouse
Sophie
Sophie on 07 Apr 2025
So proud of you Wyatt! hope you have an amazing time!
$20
Wyatt Backhouse

Thank you so much Sophie!!!

Wyatt Backhouse
Sandra
Sandra on 07 Apr 2025
$100
Wyatt Backhouse

Thank you so much Auntie Sandra!

Wyatt Backhouse

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This campaign started on 27 Feb 2025 and ended on 15 Jun 2025.