The Kirsty Club

Kirsty is one of just two children in the world to have been born with her heart back-to-front, a condition so rare that it doesn't even have a name. All Kirsty’s other organs are displaced and abnormal blood vessels have developed in her lungs severely restricting her day-to-day living.

Her parents provide the round the clock care that her condition demands, but to give Kirsty a change of scene in an environment that is fun and safe, Kirsty and her parents visit Francis House, a children’s hospice in Manchester.

So impressed by the care and support provided by its staff, and shocked to learn that against an annual running cost of £1.7 million, it’s only guaranteed support was £27,500 made up from five local health authorities, Kirsty established the Kirsty Appeal.

The Appeal aimed to raise £5 million to underpin the long-term future of Francis House and the incredible work it does for very ill children and their families. It was during this campaign that Kirsty first met Mohamed. Since then he has become one of Kirsty’s true friends; making regular monthly contributions to finance Kirsty’s ongoing care as well as large monthly donations essential in keeping Francis House open.

What you can do

Kirsty’s Appeal was a success, but to help Francis House reach even more terminally ill children and their families in the area, Kirsty has set up the Kirsty Club, a charity that raises money solely for Francis House. You can help Kirsty achieve this goal and create an everlasting legacy to her bravery by making a donation or volunteering your time.