6 Year Old Lucy Aims to Change Lives with a Wave of Her Magic Wand

10/19/2011 11:00 AM EST

The walk, which will be held in West Princes Street Gardens on Saturday 29th October, will take place in the dark in order to highlight some of the difficulties faced by those with a visual impairment. In order to keep the park safe, pathways, trees and will be colourfully lit. A magical atmosphere will be created using special music, lighting and bubble machines and there will be hidden surprises along the way.

Lucy said; “I want to help people. I am very lucky that I can see and it’s not fair that other people can't”

This year’s Glow in the Park has a Storybook Characters theme, and with only a week to go until the event Lucy has been busy preparing her fancy dress outfit. She says “I am going to dress up as Princess Poppy I think. A lady from Edinburgh writes the books. I can't wait to get my face painted and see what the surprises are. Oh, and I want to get my medal!!”

Lucy’s mum Kimberley said; “She just wants to help everyone. She gets very upset that there are people who aren't as lucky as her. I have always encouraged her to do whatever she can. As soon as she heard about the walk I knew that she would want me to sign her up. She is even missing her school's Halloween disco. She was a bit upset initially but was determined to carry on!”

As an enthusiastic fundraiser, Lucy’s advice is; “Tell everyone what you are doing! If somebody says that they will sponsor you later you need to keep reminding them because people forget”

Lucy has received donations from many friends and family members, but is appealing to more people for sponsorship. If you would like to help Lucy reach her fundraising goal you can visit her Just Giving page at http://www.justgiving.com/Kimberley-Campbell0

All proceeds will go towards Royal Blind and with your support they can achieve so much more and can help bring light into the lives of visually impaired children and adults.

Lucy is pictured in fancy dress showing off her ‘I have the power’ pose.

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For more information or photographs please contact Amy Morrison on 0131 229 1456.

Notes to editors
1. This story is for immediate use and the words and pictures are free to use.
2. The activities of Royal Blind, www.royalblind.org include:
The Royal Blind School, Edinburgh
The Royal Blind School offers the highest quality of education and care to meet the needs of young people with a visual impairment. Our two campuses include pre-school, primary and secondary facilities supporting pupils with additional support needs.

Braeside House
Braeside House is our home that provides first class services and facilities for older people who are blind or visually impaired, offering both residential and nursing care in purpose built premises.
Scottish Braille Press
The Scottish Braille Press is a leading provider of high quality alternative formats. The press has years of experience, backed up with continuing investment in technology and skills to ensure we can supply the best that is available for our customer needs.
Forward Vision
Forward Vision offers young adults aged 18-25 who have a visual impairment disability, care and support with person centred focus on strengths and abilities, encouraging greater independence.