Grant recipients

The Life not Limits Grant in memory of Ros Harman helps people with neurological conditions turn their ambitions into reality, to push the limits of what is possible. We're able to support our neuro community thanks to the generosity of the Australian community from our fundraising initiatives such as lotteries, raffles, events and donations.  

Through a collection of bold, expressive and deeply personal artworks, viewers are invited on an emotive journey through life in the footsteps of someone with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease. With Andrew's diagnosis strongly influencing the passion and direction of his craft in recent years, this exhibition supports his mission to inspire others and reframe the idea of what it means to live and thrive with Parkinson’s. 

Chris Morgan, is known in the WA drag racing community for his purpose-built Ducati motorcycle. Lower foot pegs, a reshaped seat and an air shifter replace traditional controls, adapted so he can race with precision and comfort. Chris, who lives with MS, spent decades as a welder before turning to drag racing in 2019. His modified Ducati now hits speeds over 200km/h in under ten seconds, something that has made him a fixture at WA tracks. This Grant helped him keep his bike race-ready and competing safely at events in WA.

This Grant allows me to keep my gear in top condition and keep chasing my goal of being the fastest person in Australia with MS. If it inspires someone else to do what they love, that’s a win too.

Dance has always been a big part of Lauren Edward’s life, from when she first stepped foot on the dance floor at five years old to experiencing some of her first symptoms with MS. 

Now, with the support of the Grant, she has taken her passion to the next level by opening her own line dancing company Western Star Linedancing. Based south of the river, Lauren hosts weekly classes across Kelmscott, Byford and Queens Park; with sessions ranging from absolute beginners to intermediates.

Rhonda is training to become a certified art therapist to expand creative workshops for people with MS and other neurological conditions. The 20-year community services veteran took to early retirement 11 years ago when worsening symptoms stripped away her ability to work. At the 2026 Art Without Limits Exhibition, Rhonda who leads the MSWA Butler Art Club, transformed the iconic childhood game, Snakes and Ladder into a public art installation. The piece doubles as a metaphor for life with MS, "up one day, down the next." 

Samantha Zinner is working on her debut novel. After completing the first part of an intensive writing course, she always wanted to continue with the second part and sharpen her skills even further. With the support of the Grant, she is one step closer to bringing her story to life.

The Grant gave me permission to follow through. When you have a chronic illness and a job, life is a constant balancing act and your creative pursuits are constantly being shoved to the bottom of the pile.

Geraldton local Mick Van Kampen is a dedicated 8-ball pool player who claimed the Blackball World Championship title in the disability category in 2022. 

With the Grant's backing, Mick travelled to Rockhampton, Queensland in July 2026 and competed in the Blackball Nationals where he took home third place in the singles competition and 2nd place in the group competition!

Representing Geraldton on the national stage is something I’m incredibly proud of and I hope my story shows even one person that a diagnosis doesn’t have to stop you from chasing your goals.