Help us give a voice to kids living with Down syndrome

Jack, Sophia and I are part of a mission to help Upside Downs.

It's a virtual mission walking, swimming and running around Aotearoa reaching nearly all the corners of our country where kids are living with Down Syndrome. Okay, you know us - we're mostly walking!

Most importantly, we're inspired by an amazing young boy called George who is fun, a real friend and listens to us. George lives with Down Syndrome and has learned how to use his voice and also he tells us clearly when his disagrees - often in a fun way!

For children with Down syndrome, learning to speak can be a real challenge. There is no government funding for speech therapy and at $2000 a year, it's beyond the means of most Kiwi families. We've seen what a different it's made in George's life, so would love to help other kids.

We'd love to raise $1000 which would fund 6 months of essential speech and language therapy for a child. Giving the skills to talk, read, and write and ensuring these kids have the best possible start to life.

We'd be so grateful for your support - it can be the price of a coffee, or more! Every little bit counts. And we're up for any challenges (for a good donation of course!)

And all donations above $5 qualify for a 33% tax credit from the NZ tax man!

Summed up best by Jack (10) and Sophia (7)...

‘People like George should get a chance to be able to talk and not be left out’

Thanks so much!