Crowdfunding appeal launched for Sheffield hero ‘Captain Tobias’ in need of special car seat

In a fundraising campaign that kicked off last week, it said Tobias Weller is now in need of a specially adapted car seat at a cost of £7,500.

Organisers Kathy Markwick and Janet Thornton said the idea came about when Tobias' mother, Ruth Garbutt mentioned in a networking meeting that she needed to purchase the car seat for Tobias.

They said: "This is a huge amount of money but ir is minuscule in comparison to the phenomenal amount of £150,000 which Tobias has raised for Sheffield Children's Hospital and Paces Special School in Sheffield.

"We have therefore decided to do a Just Giving called 'Just for Tobias' with the aim of raising £7,500 which will enable Ruth to purchase the car seat, plus any ancillary equipment he may require as he grows if we exceed this amount."

Tobias, who has cerebral palsy and autism raised a total of £150,000 for Sheffield Children's Hospital and the Paces special school that he attends by walking two marathons last August.

Describing the crowdfunding effort as a “beautiful gesture”, Mrs Garbutt said this was a way to give back to her son.

"Tobias is an intelligent, quirky, happy and very humourous little boy. He enjoys every minute and grabs any opportunity he can to enjoy himself," she said.

Two online shows will also be held on November 15 and 29 on Crookes Social Club Facebook page to help with cause.

Those who would like to donate can go here.