This is a great chance for not-for-profit disability organisations to win one of three custom engineering solutions for a representative of their organisation and participate in this unique program making a difference across the WA community.
The Dreamfit Foundation operates annual programs collaborating with industry, academia, government and the community with the common goal of fulfilling dreams and overcoming the challenges and frustrations of people with disabilities.
In 2009, Dreamfit ran its first Dreamcatcher engineering competition with over 250 university students competing to design the best solution for 9 year old Perth Boy, Josiah Kappert, whose Dream was to ride a bicycle.
This wasn’t possible with a conventional bicycle as Josiah was born with no arms. Through the competition, Josiah was able to test not one, but six custom built bicycles, from which he chose his favourite to keep.
“The competition was an incredible success for all involved, so in 2010 we are stepping it up a notch and running three separate competitions,” states CEO of the Dreamfit Foundation, Darren Lomman.
“This means we need to find three lucky recipients to receive a number of custom engineered solution to help fulfil their Dream.”
Partnering disability organisations will join in the excitement of these projects, support their clients and share the benefits including exposure for their organisation throughout the community.
“To be considered for this partnership, not-for-profit organisations are asked to put forward nominations for up to two potential projects including a compelling story of how an engineering solution could fulfil a Dream for a representative of their organisation,” states Mr Lomman.
“The nominated person may have a specific individual need, or they may represent the needs of many.”
The deadline to submit nominations is 3pm Friday, 5th February 2010.
2010 Dreamcatcher Competition Guidelines
2010 Dreamcatcher Nomination Form
View our short promotional video on YouTube.
