Queenstown’s Pivotal Point, which supports local families of children with learning differences like dyslexia, ADHD and autism, has been chosen for a unique online fundraiser.
The charity helps families access professional help, but often that’s beyond their means — costs range from $450 for a private paediatrician to $2000 for an educational psychological assessment.
The charity, however, has been accepted into a two-week Generosity Generator programme, running till Thursday, thanks to The Funding Network New Zealand and Givealittle.
One hundred percent of donations — via bit.ly/3DELFDC — will go towards specialist assessments, support and therapies for neurodivergent children.
It’s estimated one in five children have learning differences — undiagnosed and unsupported, they’re twice as likely to have mental health issues, and school dropout rates can be as high as 35%.
