Whizz-Kidz helps kids to be kids from Whizz-Kidz on Vimeo.
My life has been totally amazing since receiving my new wheelchair. It has made me more confident at school… I am finding it easier to get about and reach the things I need. I can now also write on the white board, because I can adjust my chair to reach. Miss Independent I am! – Lauren
Our aim is to ensure that every disabled child in the UK has an opportunity to be something special…a kid. There are around 70,000 disabled children and young people waiting for a wheelchair that would help them live their lives to the full, get an education, and, in time, find work. That’s where we come in. Whizz-Kidz provides disabled children with the essential wheelchairs and other mobility equipment they need to lead fun and active childhoods.
Giving a disabled child a wheelchair is just the start of their journey with Whizz-Kidz. All around the country disabled children and young people are meeting and making friends at our growing network of local clubs. They’re having fun whizzing around obstacle courses, knocking over skittles, doing wheelies and learning about boring but important things like road safety at our wheelchair skills courses.
They’re forming campaign groups and meeting MPs, contacting the press, and designing campaign badges and posters. And because growing up can be a bit scary, they’re taking part in our work placement programme and building confidence at our life skills events. Oh and there’s quite a few parties going on, too.
Whizz-Kidz support package
Whizz-Kidz will provide legendary support from sign-up to right past the finish line.
We will support you every step of the way with:
- Personal support from Whizz-Kidz staff throughout
- Fundraising advice and materials
- Training support with our running coach
- Training days and socials
- A training schedule
- A top-quality running vest or T-shirt
- On-the-day support including cheer points
