FANS of two football teams are being urged to support a brave young fundraiser.
Rhys Fuller, 12, from Bognor Regis, who has cerebral palsy - lifelong conditions that affect movement and coordination - is trying to raise money to support Time4u Activities, a service in Sussex that helps many children and young adults with varying disabilities.
Rhys also has global developmental delay, which is an umbrella term used when children are significantly delayed in their cognitive and physical development.
As a fan of Portsmouth Football Club, who play in League One, and his local team, Isthmian premier division side Bognor Regis Town, Rhys will be leading the teams out when they meet for a pre-season friendly at Nyewood Lane, the stadium of Bognor Regis Town, on July 28.
Rhys and his mother, Amy Standen, 30, are hoping that the fans of both sides will be able to help his fundraiser. The target is to raise £7,000, which should be enough money to buy a minibus for Time4u Activities.
Amy said: "Rhys is a big fan of the Rocks and Pompey, and it would be great if supporters could donate to help us.
"The children and young adults who attend these sessions are cared for in a way that enables them to socialise and interact with others in a fun, safe and relaxed environment.
"This environment allows the families of these children and young adults to have much-needed respite while safe in the knowledge that their child's individual needs are being met and exceeded.
"I became aware of this service because of the struggles I was experiencing with Rhys, who requires one to one support in his everyday life. He also demonstrates a range of challenging behaviours.
"Despite these challenges, Time4u has given Rhys a tremendously positive outlet and focus. He looks forward to every session and has already formed strong relationships with others in a relatively short time.
"Although the children have had countless amazing experiences at Time4u, I would like to fundraise for this amazing service to enable them to purchase a minibus, with transport for everyone, the sky's the limit."
Rhys has received help for his care from Time4u and wants to do what he can to help them in return.
You can donate here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-time4u-travel-together
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