James Smart - Rise For Rescue Ambassador
James Smart - Rise For Rescue Ambassador
Rescue Story
A decade ago, at age 17 James Smart was a rear seat passenger in a single vehicle accident. Travelling too quickly on a country road the driver lost control of the car which then rolled, flipping multiple times before hitting a tree at a second storey level height.
Due to the severity of the injuries and the critical care needed for the passengers the Rescue Helicopter attended the accident.
James sustained massive injuries and was placed on life support and was in hospital for 9 weeks. James’ parents were told that it would be possible for James to never walk or talk again.
The decision to take him off life support was an excruciating one, the risk that a son of 17 could be lost was high. When the life support was turned off James responded and breathed on his own and the slow recovery journey began.
James had surgery to replace part of his skull and now is blind in one eye. However this did not stop this young man from defying all odds and thriving. James mentioned that there is some lingering trauma from the accident and he feels most comfortable when driving rather than a passenger.
At 27 James has just changed careers from publican to refrigerator mechanic. Like any manager of a local pub James is well known around Scone.
Motor vehicle accidents of this intensity are seen on our country roads every year and while James is very fortunate to have survived the Rescue Helicopter Service would like for the 50% of accident attendance to be much lower.
My Achievements
Donate to Self
Shared Fundraising Page
First Donation
First Blog or Log
Reached Fundraising Target
$100 - Helipad Hero
$250 - Lift Off Legend
$500 - Blue Sky Dreamer
$1000 - Airborne Angel
$2500 - High Flyer
My Updates
Friday day 6
Friday 6th Nov Gday all,
Thank you!!!
Thursday 29th Oct Thank you so much to everyone who has donated so far!Thank you to my Sponsors
$535
Cricket Boys
$237.44
N Moore Wall & Floor Tiling
$200
Rjm Mobile Automotive
$159
Ian Archibald
Best wishes
$113
Hunter Belle Dairy Co
$106
Ed Archibald
Well done james! Great cause and great effort on the 30 days.
$106
Aleisha Pengelly
$106
Peppers Hair And Beauty
Wonderful service. One of owe bosses have used it and we are so thankful it was there for him.
$106
Pascoe-thomas Family
Hi James, Your story is an inspiration and a testament to your strength. We think of you and your family often! Sharon & Phillip Pascoe-Thomas
$106
Emily Pascoe-thomas
Love this!! xx
$106
Gm & Gd
Good news James
$106
Alec White
For a great man and a great organisation!
$106
Maria English
All the best, James! Happy for you to do all the exercise. 😊
$106
Emma Gorman
Always so proud of you! One of the best causes there is :)
$106
Lisa Richards
$106
Ian Saunders
Your a bloody champion mate.
$106
Eddie & Juliet
$53
Jenny Fellowes
$53
Tom Smart
$53
Anonymous
Great ambassador for a wonderful service!!
$53
Julie Smart
Happy to donate. You are amazing and we are blessed to have you and very thankful to God and the Rescue Helicopter.
$53
Michele Willsmore
$53
Matt Smart
Glad your alive, brother, good to have you around.
$53
Anonymous
Love you Big Fella. So thankful everyday!
$53
Di And Troy Van Balen
Well done James wonderful cause
$53
Anonymous
$53
Brooke Mcinerney
James you are a true fighter and a great person to go with it. Xxxx
$53
Michelle Edwards
The helicopter has save many lives. You're a legend James.
$53
Helen Nicolle
$53
Annie Jones
$53
Brendan Gregory
$53
Mel Collins
Proud of you James😊
$53
Tori Vines
Go Legend.
$53
Jimmy Carr
$50
The Cottage Scone
$50
Amanda Nash
$31.80
Nikki Cook
$26.50
Stephanie Dunn
James you are an inspiration to all I'm very proud of you you have come such a long way keep up the great work sweetie and keep smiling
$26.50
David Shepherd
Good on ya mate keep up the good work ❤
$26.50
Dom Carter
Well done Smarty!
$26.50
Hayden Phillips
$26.50
Kate Bullen
$26.50
Sarah Caslick
Proud of you! And blessed to call you my big brother 💙
$26.50
Chloe
$25
Jillie Arnott
Happy to donate to this life saving service. Well done James
$25
Aspyn Tanner
$25
Tennille Capstick
So proud of you Smarty. A terrific colleague and a wonderful friend. What a cause 🤍
$25
James Darling
Nice work champ
$20
Mack Bowman
Good Stuff James!
$15.90
Jacob Moore
$15.90
Millicent Ross
$15.90
For a great cause and great mate. From the Cricket Boys