Where do we start

Quillion

My friends son was in an accident which has left him paralysed. They are wanting to start a charity to raise money for him as he will need a special wheelchair that costs over 8000.00, and lots of other equipment to aid him live an independant life. He is 18 in Feb.

I have no experience in this and i am hoping someone can point me in the right direction.

Thanks in advance

fengirl_2

You cannot start a charity to benefit just one person. The basic premisd of English charity law is that a charity must be set up for the wider public benefit.
There is nothing to stop you fundraising for this young man however, as long as you dont describe it as a charitable collection.
I have no experience of fundraising from individuals, but you could try the book 'Grants for Individuals in Need' which your library should have. This will list all the grantmaking trusts which will provide money to buy the things he needs.

silkcutblue

Check out the charity commission. Loads of info on what makes a charity and what doesn't (and the alternatives)

Dimbers_2

Caudwell Children may be able to help.

They offer a quick turn around for applications.

I'm a new user so cannot post a link!

caudwellchildren.com

Savvy_Sue

You would need to get in quickly with Caudwell Children: from their FAQ page:

Do you fund individual cases?
Yes we do. To qualify for funding the child must be 18 or under, have an illness or disability and live in the UK.

And that is the big problem: at 18 many children's services are no longer offered, and as a young person approaches that age there can be a reluctance to get involved.

However, fengirl's response still stands!