On Friday November 21, at Sofitel Wentworth Hotel in Sydney, ACCOR Australia hosted the John Maclean Foundation and ACCOR Grant presentation where we gave away $25,000 in Grants to four wonderful families.
ACCOR Australia have been long time supporters of The john Maclean Foundation and as a part of their support for International Day of People with Disability which is a United Nations sanctioned day that aims to promote an understanding of people with disability and encourage support for their dignity, rights and well-being, they donated an incredible $40,000 to JMF.
Simon McGrath, CEO of Accor Pacific presenting John Maclean and Ricky Jeffs, the Chairman of the John Maclean Foundation, with the Donation.
Grant recipient families joined ACCOR Management and Staff at Sofitel Wentworth Hotel in Sydney for an inspiring afternoon including a presentation by John Maclean where he shared his incredible journey and vision for the future of The John Maclean Foundation.
John Maclean inspiring the audience with his incredible life journey to date.
It is very challenging for the Grant recipient families to attend these presentations as the needs of their children are often complex and require the transportation of equipment. The families we touch often live in outer suburban areas and we are very appreciative when they are able to make the long journey to our presentations.
Four amazing families attended this presentation and were able to share their stories, gratitude and talk about the difference the Grant would make to the lives of their children.
Little Maria came dressed like a princess complete with glitter in her hair. Her new wheelchair will give her the independence and freedom that every 6yr old deserves. JMF looks forward to keeping in touch with Maria and her family to assist her as she grows.
Callen was joined by his parents and two siblings for the presentation. The Grant that was presented will assist in the families car being modified to transport Callen’s wheelchair. Lionel, Callen’s father, has recently had back surgery to fix an injury resulting from lifting his son in and out of the car. The Grants we provide assist not only the children in wheelchairs but their entire family.
It was wonderful to see Destan and her family again. To be able to assist these families as their children grow and their needs change is an important philosophy of The John Maclean Foundation. We assisted Destan’s family previously with a Grant towards car modifications. It will be lovely to follow Destan as she starts High School next year and follow her progress.
Last but definitely not least is precious little 3 year old Addy who touched every bodies hearts. She has a range of complex medical needs and we will be following her closely as she grows so we can assist her further to enable her to keep up with her little brother.
Addy’s mum Brook sent through a lovely message that I wanted to share. “I just wanted to say thankyou so much for an amazing afternoon on Friday I have never felt so welcome any where than with all of you I am so thankful to you all for Addy’s chair you are all amazing people so much respect for you all. Thankyou again”
The John Maclean Foundation would like to thank ACCOR for assisting in making it possible to support these incredible Aussie Families with young children in wheelchairs and make a life changing difference in their lives.
Please help us continue to change lives by DONATING to the Foundation.
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