Play your part in the Blind Skiwi Project!

$5,516 of $27,500 goal

Given by 55 generous donors in 12 weeks

Your chance to play a part for a committed disabled athlete who won’t let his blindness impede his dream to become an Alpine ski racer.

Nationwide

Thomas Coysh, the Blind Skiwi, wants you to help him train to represent NZ as an alpine ski racer, ultimately at the 2026 Winter Paralympics in Turin. Thomas hasn’t let his total blindness determine what is possible, he wants to show that there is no limit to what he can achieve. After a season together in NZ, Thomas and his guide John Nicholas are going to Canada for a professional ski camp to help develop Thomas into a successful athlete. The combination of Thomas’ determination, his trusted guide’s mentorship and your support can make this goal a reality and make NZ proud. Thomas is embarking on back-to-back winters in NZ & Canada after renewing his childhood love of skiing since losing his sight. Your donation is intended to help cover flights, budget accommodation, ski passes, course fees, meals, insurance and ski equipment maintenance. Donations are tax deductible up to 30%.

All donations will be managed by Adaptive Snowsports Canterbury Inc. (ASC www.asc.org.nz) so donations will be secure and expenses audited for purpose. Thomas is a current member of ASC, a registered Incorporated Society with a proven track record of providing practical support to skiers & snowboarders with disabilities. ASC has been in operation for nearly 50 years and has provided thousands of ski days for people with a wide range of disabilities.

About us

Adaptive Snowsports Canterbury is a registered Incorporated Society with a proven record of providing support to skiers and snowboarders with disabilities. We have operated for nearly 50 years and have provided thousands of ski days for disabled people.