Hi Guys,
I've got involved with something that is rapidly snowballing and we're looking out for helpers from within the LR fraternity in a whole load of different ways. The beauty of a project such as this is that you can give as much or little time as you want - any help is gratefully recieved.
I'll copy the press release below (if it's deemed inappropriate then please remove it)
6 November 2009
Immediate Release
PROJECT MOBILITY - ENTHUSIASTS PULLING TOGETHER
There has been a rise in injuries and disabilities in our servicemen
and women and the rate of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, we all
know someone or of someone who is serving their country. With the
ongoing foreign security efforts and the increase of IED injuries,
more of our dedicated armed forces are losing limbs, confidence and
the ability to enjoy freedom on a daily basis when they are
discharged or leave the service.
There is a long history and association of Land Rovers and the
British Services, as such Land Rover Addicts Forum members have
worked together to create the concept “Project Mobility” a way of
helping those who serve to protect our freedom and our national
security.
Project mobility initially will see the development, concept, and
build of 3 Land Rovers, a 130 Defender and 2 x 110 Defenders. At
least ONE vehicle will be fully prepared for amputee driving ability
and ONE vehicle kitted for physically disabled individuals.
Project Mobility will be relying on the donations of spares, products,
traders generosity and raising of funds to see this project to
fruition. Once mobilised the three vehicles will be maintained by the
local project groups and ‘loaned’ out for charitable use, working with
service welfare groups, service related charities, Selly Oak
rehabilitation team, Veterans International Aid and more...
“The purpose of Project Mobility is to get people outside, whether its
green laning, a family expedition, for use in fundraising or just a day
out, we hope the industry, trade and individuals will help us on our
mission and that Project Mobility will grow into a national scheme
among enthusiasts and clubs” Sal - Land Rover Addict Member
and Project Mobility Co-ordinator.
The aim is to finish 3 vehicles in time for the VIA “Longest Try”
fundraising event from Twickenham to John O’Groats to ensure
their members and fundraising team can complete their mission to
raise essential funds to treat veterans with PTSD after a failed
attempt to obtain a grant from Help 4 Heros, sadly with over
£31million raised H4H have turned down several ex-service based
charities for assistance, despite these charities being run by
veterans FOR veterans. (
http://www.v-i-a.org.uk)
This is our chance as enthusiasts to help those who help us.......the
journey has commenced.
Press Release
Editors Note:
First Build Weekend if Project Mob 1 - in the South West on the
weekend of 26/27/28/29th February 2010 - Location TBC.
We hope to stream live build events via the internet and have a temporary
website at
http://projectmobility.wordpress.com/Photographs and build pictures will be available every month from
the first build weekend, and we hope a magazine will cover the progress
through to the vehicles first outing in May
Theres also a forum set up now for those who are wishing to get involved
http://projectmobility.forumotion.net/forum.htmHave a look on the forum or PM me for more info (the blog site is getting updated quite regularly with more info too)
The Northern Mob will be as far as we know based in N Yorks but we are looking at locations that are easy to get to for all members.
Thanks for reading,
Chris
