Hornsby Ku-ring-gai and Central Coast Community Transport

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I’m fundraising in support of my colleague, Peter and his daughter Amelia.

Why we're supporting Jeans for Genes

Did you know that 1 in 20 Aussie kids are born with a genetic disease or birth defect? That’s one in every classroom!

Our participation in Jeans for Genes Day is especially meaningful to all of us at Hornsby Ku-ring-gai & Central Coast Community Transport as we support our teammate, Peter Helyer, and his 9 year old daughter. Amelia.

Amelia lives with Kabuki Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that affects her development and requires ongoing therapies, medical care and support.

Like many families living with a rare genetic condition, Peter, his wife Elissa and Amelia have faced uncertainty, challenges and countless appointments along the way. Yet through it all, Amelia's determination, resilience and infectious smile continue to inspire everyone around her.

The Helyer family relocated from Geelong to the Central Coast recently seeking a warmer climate that would better support Amelia's health. Since moving, they have experienced extraordinary kindness from our local community and Amelia's school, which has embraced and supported her every step of the way.

On Thursday 6 August, our team will don some denim and raise funds for Jeans for Genes to help support vital research into genetic disorders and give hope to families like the Helyers.

By supporting Amelia's fundraising campaign, you're helping fund the scientists and researchers working towards better outcomes for children living with genetic disorders.

Every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference. 

Join me. Share this message. Donate. Thank you!

Funds raised over the years

Biggest Donor

Jean-ius Donor

$238

Thank you so much to my biggest supporter, Tara Russell, for donating an incredible $238 to help fund vital research into curing children’s genetic diseases.

Raised so far

With your help, I have raised...

$2,000

You’re helping fund research to find cures for kids with genetic diseases. Every dollar counts!

Biggest Donor

Tara Russell

$238

Thank you so much to my biggest supporter, Tara Russell, for donating an incredible $238 to help fund vital research into curing children’s genetic diseases.

My Impact

So far this year, I've helped fund...

39

Hours of research

Every $50 raised funds an hour of vital research.

Thank you to my donors

$40

Matched Gift

Your donation has been doubled by our sponsors!

2 weeks ago

$40

Anonymous

2 weeks ago

$25

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Your donation has been doubled by our sponsors!

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$25

Anonymous

2 weeks ago

$115

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Your donation has been doubled by our sponsors!

2 weeks ago

$115

David Van Beek

2 weeks ago

$60

Matched Gift

Your donation has been doubled by our sponsors!

2 weeks ago

$60

Community Transport Staff

2 weeks ago

$56

Matched Gift

Your donation has been doubled by our sponsors!

2 weeks ago

$56

Anonymous

2 weeks ago

$40

Matched Gift

Your donation has been doubled by our sponsors!

2 weeks ago

$40

Angela Sciacca

2 weeks ago

$24

Matched Gift

Your donation has been doubled by our sponsors!

2 weeks ago

$24

Clint

2 weeks ago

$61

Matched Gift

Your donation has been doubled by our sponsors!

2 weeks ago

$61

Anonymous

2 weeks ago

$238

Matched Gift

Your donation has been doubled by our sponsors!

2 weeks ago

$238

Tara Russell

A privilege to be able to get behind this great cause and contribute to important research into this genetic disorder

2 weeks ago

$24

Matched Gift

Your donation has been doubled by our sponsors!

2 weeks ago

$24

Andrew Buchanan

2 weeks ago

$61

Matched Gift

Your donation has been doubled by our sponsors!

2 weeks ago

$61

Hans Lang

May this little bit of money energy open the doors of research and healing

2 weeks ago

$34

Linda Vidler

2 weeks ago

$55

Anonymous

3 weeks ago

$61

Maria Brooks

3 weeks ago

$39

Caroline Cipolat

Amelia is a shining star ambassador for Jeans for Genes day. Happy to support the fundraising.

3 weeks ago

$56

Kerrilyn

3 weeks ago

$110

Anonymous

3 weeks ago

$107

Geoff Baker

Family is precious - happy to support this important cause.

3 weeks ago

$50

Jo Woods

3 weeks ago