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Lynda Weir Memorial Triples at Bogleha' raises £2,531 for SBH Scotland

7 bowlers pose for photo on the Bogleha bowling ground

Bowlers from across Cowal, Glasgow, Renfrewshire, Ayrshire & the Kingdom of Fife travelled to Bogleha' Bowling Club on Saturday 30 April for their annual charity invitation mixed triples, playing for the Lynda Weir Memorial Trophy. A successful day ended with a phenomenal donation of £2,531 to our charity, SBH Scotland.

This popular tournament is the regular curtain raising tournament in the Cowal outdoor bowling calendar, and the enthusiasm of the players was not dampened by the inclement weather conditions that developed as the day progressed.

At the close of the day's play, tournament organiser Andy Weir said, "On behalf of my family, I'd like to express my extreme gratitude to all those who have supported my sister's memorial trophy once again so early in the new season and I hope that next year's tournament will be a similar success."

Following the raffle, Andy invited his uncle, John Girvin, to present the prizes and trophy.

Following the prize giving, Andy thanked those who had donated so generously to the enormous raffle and superb afternoon tea, those who had competed in the 'spider' or bought raffle tickets and to those who had assisted with the green, the bar and the catering. There were also some private donations made on the day for which Andy expressed his sincere appreciation.

Andy was also delighted to announce the final charity total for this year's event was an overwhelming £2,531. As usual this sum was donated to Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Scotland, where the money is used to improve the lives of those affected by both congenital disorders. This now brings the total raised for the charity over the past nine tournaments to over £11,000.

Deborah Roe, director of fundraising for SBH Scotland said, "We remain ever grateful to Andy Weir, his family and all the bowlers who participate in the Linda Weir Memorial Triples. For 9 years the generous donations given have helped our clinical and support teams provided dedicated family support services to children, young people and adults affected by these complex conditions, at a time they need it the most. Thank you."

For those of you interested in bowling and the all important results, they were:

Booby Prize: Jane Campbell, Jim Campbell & Davie Downie (Dunoon Argyll)

Spider winner: Jonothan Neil (Anchor)

Beaten Semi-finalists: Lorraine Galbraith, Kenny Beattie & Callul Galbraith (Dunoon Argyll) / Lorna Anderson, Robert Menzies Jr. & Rikki McIntyre (Kirn & HQ & Bogleha')

Runners-up: Lesley Weir, Helen McVicar, Andy Scott (Bogleha', Upper Cowal & Kirn & HQ)

Winners: Isobel Downie, Bobbie Davie Jr. & Stevie Scott (Bogleha')

Business coach pledges to take action for charity in need

Lynsey Hamilton, Andrew Goldberg and SBH Scotland mascot SPiney the Diney pose for photo together

An award winning business coach in Paisley has pledged to raise a whopping £50,000 for Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus (SBH) Scotland, after hearing of the big financial challenges they face each year.

Andrew Goldberg, originally from Baltimore, was introduced to the charity back in 2020 but after a visit to their purpose built family support centre, just outside Glasgow, he knew he wanted to do more. Andrew heard of the lifelong impact the rare, complex disabilities have on children and their families and the increasing fundraising challenges SBH Scotland face to provide dedicated support to them. He knew immediately that he could get his ActionCOACH business involved through the work he does with local business owners.

In addition to a monthly donation, Andy has provided free training to the charity’s team and most recently has pledged to donate all profits from his book launch and sales workshop in May.

Andrew said: “In ActionCOACH I work with business owners to make more money but a big part of that success is giving back to the community and having a positive impact on others.

“I was immediately bowled over by the care and support shown by SBH Scotland to families right from their baby’s diagnosis. I’m very proud to help raise awareness, to promote through my business and so far I’ve been delighted to contribute over £5,000. I’m hoping my upcoming book launches will also drive another big donation towards my £50,000 target!”

SBH Scotland was formed in 1965 by a group of parents who each had a child with spina bifida and hydrocephalus. Over 56 years later, the charity now supports over 4,000 children, young people, adults, their family members and carers across Scotland.

Deborah Roe, director of fundraising for SBH Scotland said, “We are thrilled to receive support from Andrew Goldberg. The children that we support have varying disabilities and extremely complex needs that last a lifetime. Each year we have to raise £1million to provide a bespoke service for each child and each year reaching our fundraising target gets harder.

“Andrew has become one of our business ambassadors and is leading the way in creating simple yet impactful ways to support us through his business. We hope this inspires other businesses to get involved in whatever capacity they are able.”

To find out more about Andrew’s upcoming book launches “The Selling Checklist” please visit andrewgoldberg.actioncoach.co.uk/events/ or to find out about becoming a business ambassador for SBH Scotland please email or visit sbhscotland.org.uk.

Nursery takes on obstacles for SBH Scotland

calderwood nursery children and staff walking in park for SBH Scotland

A children’s nursery in Newton Mearns, have been so inspired by one of their parent’s charitable actions that they followed suit and created a sponsored adventure walk and obstacle course to raise funds for Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus (SBH) Scotland.

5 year old Andrew Carr, a pupil at Calderwood Lodge Primary School and Nursery, proudly told his nursery workers of his Dad’s fundraising; representing SBH Scotland in Comic Relief’s Red Nose and Spoon Challenge. After watching Sean’s gruelling 4 day expedition on TV, it then became the inspiration for the nursery staff to create a sponsored adventure walk for their own children, including Andrew.

As the sun shone, over 100 children, parents and 16 staff set off on an adventure walk around the school playground and then back to 4G pitch for an obstacle course. In doing so they raised a phenomenal £1616.86 for Andrew’s charity.

Andrew’s parents, Lynne and Sean, found out they were expecting a baby with spina bifida at their 20 week scan. At that point they “felt like the carpet had been taken from under" them. In a search for information they went online and found SBH Scotland, a charity specialising in the complex disabilities of spina bifida and hydrocephalus. Lynne made contact. Since that moment the charity got in touch and have been involved in Andrew’s life, providing information and support, as well as creating a network of support for the entire family.

child takes part in sponsored activity across beams for sbh scotland

Louise Thomson, Principal Teacher at Calderwood Lodge said, “Our children’s health and wellbeing is our top priority - we love to stay active. As soon as we heard about Sean’s endeavours we couldn’t wait to do something to support this great charity who mean so much to the Carr family.

She continued, “We’re overwhelmed at raising such a huge amount and I’d like to thank all the parents, children and staff who got involved.”

Deborah Roe, fundraising director at SBH Scotland said; “We’re incredibly grateful to Calderwood Lodge Nursery Class. Their thoughtful donation will go towards our family support service which provides key workers who personalise support for families like the Carrs. Each year we need to raise £1million pounds and without donations like this we wouldn’t be there for families at a time when they need us the most.”

If you’d like to create your own fundraising challenge like Calderwood Lodge or take part in a pre-arranged sponsored activity please contact Lynsey Hamilton, Fundraising Manager, on 03455 211 600 or email

Visit our YouTube channel to watch the story which inspired this challenge. Sean's Story is available to watch now.

Scottish Drag Queens Call on Others to Join in with Jubilee Jump for Charity

Drag Queens Nadina Pish and Cherry West pose with charity staff Lynsey and Clare

Two Scottish Drag Queens are set to leap from a platform suspended 40ft above the dramatic Pass of Killiecrankie, as part of a charity bungee jump, and they are calling on more people to take part.

Two fierce Queens have already signed up to slay the epic challenge which has been organised in aid of Scottish charity, Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Scotland (SBH Scotland.)

The brave and glamorous participants will take the leap on Sunday 5 June, coinciding with The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee weekend, but Nadina Pish and Cherry West, are urging others to get involved in their fundraising celebrations.

Nadina said: “What better way to mark Queen Elizabeth’s long and proud reign of Britain than to throw all of our energy into an adrenaline fuelled bungee jump and highland swing to help this fabulous charity!

“So far, Cherry and I are taking part, but we’d love this to be biggest charity challenge of 2022, so I’m calling on all my friends, fellow Queens and all SBH Scotland’s supporters to join us in this FABULOUS extravaganza.

“SBH Scotland is an incredible organisation, doing great work, with little statutory support. Like lots of other charities the last two years have been devastating for the charity and it’s important that as many people as possible do what they can to help. So come on, let’s do it!.”

Lynsey Hamilton, Fundraising Manager at SBH Scotland, said: “We are incredibly grateful to have lovely, kind hearted people like Nadina and Cherry leading the way in encouraging others to register for this exciting event.

“This event will be our second big outdoor fundraising challenge of the year so we want people to register now to avoid disappointment – this will be a Jubilee Jump to remember!”

Funds raised by the participants of the bungee/swing jump event will go back into the charity which directly supports over 3,500 people affected by the lifelong disabilities of spina bifida and hydrocephalus. The organisation carries out vital services for those who need it most, including offering home support workers, financial advice, and group family sessions.

We are looking for people across Scotland to take part. You must register in advance. SBH Scotland’s Jubilee Bungee Jump and Highland Swing Challenge is open to everyone (aged 14 and over) and will take place on Sunday 5 June 2022 at the Pass of Killiecrankie, a dramatic gorge on the River Garry in Perth & Kinross.

For more information, or to register, please contact Lynsey Hamilton or visit our website

Auntie inspires virtual Ben Nevis Trek Challenge

Eve and Murren stood in their school before their fundraising challenge. A tally chart of Ben Nevis laps in the background.

Two Livingston students, were inspired to tackle Scotland’s highest mountain virtually in support of Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus (SBH) Scotland, a charity close to their hearts.

17 year old Eve Robertson, whose Auntie Shona, has spina bifida, came up with the twist on the standard Ben Nevis Trek Challenge with best friend Murren Binnie. They made a plan to walk up and down the Dean Community High School Stairs 500 times until they’d covered the 1,345 metres which they’d have walked to reach the Ben Nevis peak. In doing so they raised £629.00 for SBH Scotland.

Eve said, “Murren and I really wanted to raise money for a worthwhile cause and because of my Auntie we were aware of the great work that SBH Scotland do. Murren and I both love walking so this seemed like a great challenge for us. We’re so grateful to our school, friends and family for all of their support on the day and during the planning stages.

Eve and Murren in action; running up and down their school stairwells

She continued, “The 500 laps of the school stairs took us less time than expected so we actually decided to double the challenge to 1000 laps – I guess you could say we walked up Ben Nevis twice!

Mrs Alison, Head Teacher of Dean Community High School said, ”Everyone at the school is extremely proud of Eve and Murren, not only for raising money but also for raising awareness of the conditions they’re supporting.”

SBH Scotland was formed in 1965 by a group of parents who each had a child with spina bifida and hydrocephalus. Over 55 years later, the charity now supports over 4,000 children, young people, adults, their family members and carers across Scotland with a personalised service of support workers, groups, health check clinics, a respite cottage, play sessions, workshops and helpline.

Deborah Roe, fundraising director at SBH Scotland said; “We’re incredibly grateful to Eve and Murren for their active support. We’d like to thank them and all those who kindly donated. Donations continue to mean more than they ever have as we support families through uncertain times. Each pound donated assists us in being there for anyone affected by these lifelong, complex disabilities at a time when they need us the most.”

If you’d like to follow in Eve and Murren’s footsteps and take part in a fundraising challenge please contact Lynsey Hamilton, Fundraising Manager, on 03455 211 600 or email.

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