The Kevin Babington Foundation has set up a Facebook page to update people on the injured show jumper and his progress, share information regarding fund raising and to keep everyone current on what is needed for Kevin as he continues on his journey towards rehabilitation in the wake of his accident that left him with a critical spinal cord injury.
Here is a message from the Foundation: “As many of you know Kevin’s rehabilitation is going to be a long process. The KBF has been created to assist in generating funds so the large task of providing the best possible care for Kevin is viable.
“All of us at the KBF wish to extend a heartfelt thanks to the many people who have already donated. With the contributions received we were able to recently purchase a van for Kevin so he can easily be transported to and from physical therapy once he is released from Kessler and is down in Florida. Currently the date for Kevin’s arrival in Wellington is on or around December 5.
“If anyone has any questions, please send your inquiries here via private message on Facebook, or you can send an email to kevinbabingtonfoundation@gmail.com
if you need bank details for donations.
Kevin Babington Foundation board member Shane Sweetnam wears a green ribbon on his jacket signifying his commitment to Kevin. (Photo©2019 by Nancy Jaffer)
“Additionally, the KBF hopes to be a platform where riders can access resources to obtain information on innovative safety equipment to aid in the prevention of catastrophic injury. Arguably our sport is behind the eight-ball in this area, and it’s time we look more closely at the many cutting-edge options in safety vests and riding coats, which are readily available.
“Many thanks for your continued support for Kevin. He and his family, and all of us at the KBF are so incredibly grateful for your interest and generosity.
We hope we can continue to count on all of you as Kevin faces his brave battle to recover.”
Missy Clark
John Brennan
Shane Sweetnam
Colm Mcguckian
Darragh Kerins
Maarten Huygens