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Bella KIDS
Bella KIDS was established in 2021 by her family to honour the short life of Bella Margie Gwen Tuddenham.
Bella KIDS was established in 2021 by her family to honour the short life of Bella Margie Gwen Tuddenham.
Bella was born with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a genetic condition affecting the nerves that control muscle movement. A true angel, born at 3.33pm on 28th April and went to heaven at 11.11am on 18th May 2021. Though her time here was short, Bella’s life has inspired a mission of hope and change.
Through the KIDS Foundation Bella KIDS:
- Donates funds and equipment to children with SMA and life-altering health conditions.
- Donates to SMA and Gene Research.
- Funds children and families to attend camps run by the KIDS Foundation.
About Bella KIDS
4 Bella was established in 2021 by her family to honour the short but deeply meaningful life of Bella Margie Gwen Tuddenham.
Bella was born with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a rare genetic condition that affects the nerves controlling muscle movement.
At 3:33pm on 28 April 2021, a beautiful little angel entered the world. Just weeks later, at 11:11am on 18 May 2021, Bella gently spread her wings.
Although Bella’s time here was heartbreakingly brief, the love she brought into the world continues to shine brightly. Her legacy has inspired a mission of hope, strength and change, now carried forward through the KIDS Foundation’s Bella KIDS initiative.
Bella KIDS is dedicated to helping children living with SMA and other disabling health conditions to thrive. While Bella may no longer be in our arms, she remains forever in our hearts, guiding a community that moves forward with purpose, compassion and love.
Through the Bella KIDS initiative, the program supports children and families by:
- Providing vital support and equipment for children living with SMA and other rare, disabling health conditions.
- Backing critical research, contributing to SMA and gene therapy advancements that offer hope for better treatments and future cures.
- Creating unforgettable experiences, helping children and families attend KIDS Camps where they celebrate their abilities, build friendships, and share moments of joy, connection and laughter.
- Personalised, education, support and care programs, empowering children to explore opportunities and develop new skills.
Bella’s legacy reminds us that even the smallest life can leave the most powerful and lasting impact.
Ride 4 Bella
Ride 4 Bella, held in November each year, brings together enthusiastic Hot Temple cyclists to ride for 12 hours on stationary bikes in a large indoor purpose built facility.
SMA Awareness Month
SMA Awareness Month is the month of August, uniting communities to raise awareness for Spinal Muscular Atrophy
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There are many ways to support the KIDS Foundation, each are important and critical to our ability to educate and empower young people.