Why I'm Stepping Up for Steptember
I'm taking on Steptember this year to support a cause that's very important to me and my family - raising money for Cerebral Palsy Alliance (CPA) - and sharing a little of my son Arlo's story.
Last year, my wife and I welcomed our twin boys into the world, joining their older brother and making ours a true 'boys house'. Unfortunately for our twins, they came into the world about 15 weeks early, born at just under a kilogram each and spending their first 102 days of life in various hospitals around Sydney.
On just his second day of life, our world was rocked again when we learnt that Arlo had suffered a life-threatening brain bleed, leaving things very uncertain for his future.
While we had known since those early days that Arlo would likely have cerebral palsy, we didn't know what that meant in terms of outcomes. Within days of coming home from the hospital, Arlo started working with the team at CPA, receiving the therapy and support he'll need to thrive.
Throughout this Steptember, I'll share a little more of Arlo's story - from those first uncertain days through to where he is today, and the difference CPA has made along the way. Please join me in supporting CPA's amazing work by donating to my Steptember fundraiser!
My Fundraising
My fundraising could help provide:
48
therapy kits for babies with cerebral palsy.
13
early response therapy sessions for babies with cerebral palsy.
Amount I've raised for people with cerebral palsy
My Steps
Steps
406,528
My goal
300,000
Impact Progress
Your donation can help me reach the next Impact Stage.
Communication
Help children find their voice through speech therapy.
Movement
Support physiotherapy that helps children build strength, movement and confidence.
Mealtimes
Provide therapies for children who face challenges with eating and drinking.
Independence
Give children greater independence through mobility equipment.
Family Support
Support families with guidance, care and practical help.
Regional Services
Bring vital care to babies who need it most in rural and regional areas.
Thank you to my supporters
$45
Rod Barber
$56
Tina Power
Every step makes a difference. Amazing effort for a great cause. Keep smashing those steps!
$24
Ann
$39
David Orszaczky
20,000stepa a day… probably why you are sleeping 9 hours a nite now! Well done mate
$69
Harrison Geier
$62
Simon Patterson
$62
S L
$34
Momiza Ahmed
Great work keep up the steps 👍🫶
$107
Karan J
We’re all behind you Pete!
Early Impact Donor
$237
Anonymous
$56
Sudha Vanthavasi
Early Impact Donor
$225
Tim Reid
Thanks for sharing Arlo's story, great to support CPA.
$69
Louise Snyder
Early Impact Donor
$243
Gerry Langton
For our precious Arlo ❤️
$217
Diane Gatenby
Right behind you!
$110
Kim Gatenby
$110
Ash And Josh Clarke
All our love for Arlo xxx
Early Impact Donor
$225
Fleetpartners, The Tradies, And Generous Supporters
Congrats! This donation has been matched by generous sponsors FleetPartners, The Tradies, and generous supporters
Early Impact Donor
$225
Richard Gatenby
$110
Fleetpartners, The Tradies, And Generous Supporters
Congrats! This donation has been matched by generous sponsors FleetPartners, The Tradies, and generous supporters
$110
Tash
$39
Fleetpartners, The Tradies, And Generous Supporters
Congrats! This donation has been matched by generous sponsors FleetPartners, The Tradies, and generous supporters
$39
Anonymous
Early Impact Donor
$243
Anonymous
Early Impact Donor
$243
Pete Gatenby
Updates
The Uncertainty of a Cerebral Palsy Diagnosis
Tuesday 22nd Sep
Great effort Pete, such a worthwhile cause, helping to improve the lives of people living with cerebral palsy and supporting vital services and research.