Madison's story: our spring appeal
For a young person living with sight loss, technology can be a window to a world of entertainment and learning. But it comes at a price. Meeting the additional needs of a disabled child can be prohibitively expensive.
We don’t think that’s fair, and we need your help to change it. This spring, we're asking you to help us raise the funds we urgently need to help parents keep their children connected.
You can listen to an audio version of our spring appeal using the link at the bottom of this page.
Our iPad pilot project
Last year we set up a pilot project, giving iPads to children living with sight loss.
The impact was greater than we could have imagined – it unlocked independence, joy, and new skills.
Just read Madison's incredible story below to see the life-changing difference our service makes.
“It can feel like a battle to have your child included” - Madison's story
Madison is a bright 17-year-old who is full of character. Born blind, she has a range of complex needs and autism. Madison’s Mum, Lynzi, told us how the iPad we provided has helped Madison find independence and freedom, while taking the pressure off a busy family.
As a parent of a disabled child, your whole life is about making sure your child is safe and healthy and has all the right things. But there’s not a lot for children with sight loss. An iPad isn’t something I could just buy. And there aren’t loads of places you can go for this stuff.
Madison's mum, Lynzi
More than an iPad
After exploring several options without success Lynzi admits she lost hope. So, when Steven from BWBF said the charity would be able to help, Lynzi was blown away.
The iPad hasn’t just helped Madison’s wellbeing - it has been a huge support to the whole family as they juggle multiple responsibilities and hospital appointments. And, for Madison, it's unlocked a world of learning. From practicing foreign languages to listening to documentaries about the interests she passionately follows.
Having organisations like BWBF to just take the pressure off - it makes a difference in more ways than anyone will ever know. I really hope people keep supporting BWBF so other people like Madison don’t miss out.
Lynzi, Madison's mum
Help us unlock a world of entertainment and learning
What it costs us to give one iPad to someone living with sight loss
The number of children we could help, with your support
The total we need to raise so we can support more people
Help us reach more people with sight loss by donating today
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£5 - “Not worrying about this one thing can massively help."
Donate now£10 - “I kind of gave up. But then Steven from BWBF called.”
Donate now£20 - “It’s important Madison has something just for her.”
Donate nowWhatever you give opens a world of entertainment and learning
Donate now- £
£30 - “Not worrying about this one thing can massively help."
Donate now£75 - “I kind of gave up. But then Steven from BWBF called.”
Donate now£130 - “It’s important Madison has something just for her.”
Donate nowWhatever you give opens a world of entertainment and learning
Donate now
Our spring appeal 2025
Listen to our spring appeal or download a PDF or Word version
Our spring appeal 2025 - Spring appeal 2025 (audio)
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