People with spina bifida and hydrocephalus will benefit from a Championship match day bucket collection on 6th April, when Brentford FC take on Nottingham Forest FC at Griffin Park.
The Bees will be eager to maintain their push for promotion for Premier League status but will also be supporting the charity Shine on Easter Monday.
The collection for Shine will help families affected by these complex and potentially life-threatening conditions, which affect mobility, coordination and communication.
The idea for the collection came about when Shine’s Membership Development Officer, Gobi Ranganathan met Bees CEO, Mark Devlin, at a meeting to try and form a partnership between the club and the charity.
“Shine wants to be there for every person affected by spina bifida or hydrocephalus,” says Gobi. “This collection will help us to run support groups, events and provide clear information so that our members feel confident and able to get the support they need.”
Gobi, who also works as an ambassador for Shine, is a case in point. Born with spina bifida, today Gobi is an international wheelchair badminton player and Captain of the Team England Para-Badminton Squad. He was also a Torchbearer at the London 2012 Olympic Games.
Gobi’s advice for people with spina bifida, hydrocephalus or other disabilities has a positive vibe.
“These conditions can be tough, but overcoming adversity shouldn’t be feared. There’s so much to live for and achieve out there, and with the right support, anything is possible! My motto is: live life to the max - disability isn’t inability!”
To make a donation to the Matchday collection simply text GIFT42 followed by £3 to 70070.
You can also contact Gobi can via http://on.fb.me/19M7yzo or tweet him http://bit.ly/19M7yzt
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