Autism Assistance Dog -
A Fundraiser for a Local 7 year Old with Severe Autism.
A Fundraiser for a Local 7 year Old with Severe Autism.
Leanne Vella is seeking support to fund an Autism Assistance Dog, which all up costs DKD trainers about $40,000. Leanne is the mother of 7 year old Vili Vulaono, whose severe autism leaves him without verbal communication and with only a few sensory processing issues. She is required to raise $25,000 towards this cost.
For further information on Dogs for Kids with Disabilities, go to dkd.org.au
Moe Rotary, like a multitude of local organisations, has been asked to make a contribution, and although the September Board chose not to do so, we have written to inform her that we are willing to advertise the issue to our members, who may then choose to make a personal contribution.
Vili's story is posted on www.gofundme.com/adogforvili, an online fundraising campaign launched by Leanne's cousin. People can make a contribution via gofundme or directly to DKD BSB 003-132 Account number 263882 and referencing Vili VULAONO - INV 1348 (DKD has DGR status).
We have also been asked to spread the word - please do so if you feel strongly about Vili's plight.
We have also been asked to spread the word - please do so if you feel strongly about Vili's plight.