The Heart of Gold Award is a non-achievement, monetary award of up to $400. It is organised for families of children aged between 0-18 years who are blind or vision impaired and are residents of Western Australia, by the families themselves.
There are two categories for the Award, 0-7, and 8-18 years of age.
The amount of money awarded varies each year.
The awards have been granted for a variety of purposes such as, violin lessons, piano lessons, the purchase of books to be brailled, a talking clock, a large print dictionary, a micro-cassette recorder or tactile materials to stimulate learning through play.
In September 2000 this world lost a great gentleman who had outstanding qualities. He was Caring, Generous, and Loving. Ronald "Bill" Durance has passed away and yet his legacy will continue to help children with needs that can be met. "Bill" was the first to donate to Vizhelp and his generosity is the reason why we have been able to help so many children in the past, and continue to do so today and into the future. He kept an eye on the progress of the Award and was amazed at some of the children's achievements. He really had a Heart of Gold.
Sadly missed we will always cherish his memory. RIP
If you would like to make a donation to the Heart of Gold Award feel free to Contact Us
The awards ceremony is held at the Association for the Blind in Victoria Park, and is organised and run by Vizhelp families.