Luke’s project
Band of Builders was born in 2016 when our founder took to social media to ask for help renovating the home of close friend and colleague Keith Ellick who had been diagnosed with terminal cancer.
The incredible response from tradespeople across the UK saw the project completed and demonstrated what can be achieved when the industry stands together.
From there, Band of Builders was formed and continues to complete further projects across the UK with the value of TogetherStronger at its core.
In 2019 the organisation gained charity status in England and Wales and now works formally to help members of the construction industry and their families across the country in their hour of need.
Since that first project to help Keith, Band of Builders has completed a wide range of projects with a combined delivery value of over £1m which includes accessible bathrooms and kitchens, wheelchair ramps, cabins and even complete home renovations.
To find out more about this incredible charity, volunteer for future projects or support them in any other way, head to the Band Of Builders Website.
Luke was just seven years old when, in December 2019, he and his family were told the devasting news that he would lose both his arms after he contracted meningococcal meningitis and septicaemia. Within a few days, he lost both legs at the knee as well and is now a quad amputee.
After Luke came out of hospital, the family moved to a bungalow in North Yorkshire this project will see some significant renovation work to make life easier for Luke.
For ITV’s coverage on the project follow the link here
It was a privilege working on this project alongside a fantastic charity. Luke is a true inspiration and witnessing how he, and his family have overcome the challenges that life has thrown their way is nothing short of incredible. Moving forwards Luke will need further prosthetics that are costly, meaning that fundraising will always play a pivotal part in his progress. To help raise money for Luke you can search #thisisluke on facebook and twitter to see the latest updates and donate.
