“Seeing the happiness on everyone’s faces as they zoomed around the track was just priceless. It’s why we do what we do. For every beneficiary and their family this is about empowerment, increasing confidence, bringing vulnerable families together and ultimately creating cherished memories that last a lifetime.

“I know that so many families are desperately worried about the increasing costs of living, the energy crisis and their ability to pay bills as well as ongoing inflationary pressures, meaning there’s even more uncertainty in addition to the ongoing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic – I’m really concerned that many of our already very vulnerable families will face additional social isolation, more stress, more financial pressures, not least diminishing mental health and emotional wellbeing, more so now than ever before. Being able to offer some temporary respite from those day-to-day worries through our transformational work and moments-in-time like the charity’s unique Porsche programme, has never been more important”

“Adam has always loved cars; it is his biggest passion, so to have this opportunity was amazing! Families living with MD must miss out on so many things because of accessibility etc so the work of the Muscle Help Foundation charity is incredibly important to us and all families living with MD. The event was fantastic. Adam was smiling from ear to ear the whole day. He is keen to pursue a career in car engineering and design and this has inspired him to further pursue that dream. This experience has had a hugely positive impact upon his mental health and how he views life”

Adam (pictured below) said:

“My ultimate dream is to work with cars and I’m currently studying for my BTEC engineering at sixth form so I can achieve this. I just love being in or around cars, especially fast ones. I am determined not to let Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy stop me achieving my dreams”

“It’s been a difficult time for us having relocated here this year due to the war so when we got this opportunity, we were so excited and emotional. My son is very fond of cars, as are many boys. Being in a fast car allowed him to realise his dreams.

“Very often, people with disabilities are embarrassed about their condition and lead a secluded lifestyle. This usually leads to disease progression and physical deterioration. Such support like this, from charities like The Muscle Help Foundation, provide an opportunity for people with Duchenne to be themselves, to be in society, to get new acquaintances, expand their horizons, and get new experiences. In Danyil’s words he said, ‘the Porsche is a machine for the soul’!

“This opportunity was really special to me and my family as we have always loved cars. To actually be in a Porsche is something of a dream, one that I never thought was possible. Having access to wish-fulfilment experiences like this is very important in my opinion – it can be difficult to accept MD and it can be all too easy to believe an active life is not possible, but that’s not the case. This experience has definitely enhanced my self-belief, confidence, and my can-do attitude.

“Overall, it was just awesome. The adrenaline was pumping and as we went faster, my smile got bigger. It was emotional too though – knowing this is a once in a lifetime moment which I will cherish forever! My disability was left at the front door. The whole experience empowers you to just be yourself”

“Will wants to go again; it has ignited his passion for cars even further and he’s determined he will drive his own car one day. He’s also asked if I can buy a convertible car so I can take him for drives along the coast – it will not be a Porsche though!”

“Sharing the excitement of Porsche is core to what we do at the Porsche Experience Centre Silverstone. But sharing that excitement with the Muscle Warriors and their families is particularly special. 2022 marked the 10th anniversary of Porsche’s partnership with Muscle Dreams and we’re delighted to have helped realise the dreams of the very deserving beneficiaries over those 10 years in support of this transformational charity”

“The Muscle Help Foundation charity is a fantastic cause, and we were delighted to welcome the Muscle Warriors back to Whittlebury Park to help fulfil some of their wishes. Being a car enthusiast myself, nothing makes me happier than seeing the enjoyment we are able to give to others by sharing our passion”

“It was amazing for us to welcome back the Muscle Help Foundation for their 10th Anniversary of the Porsche programme at Whittlebury Park this year. Having seen what the charity has accomplished in the last decade and making the dreams of so many young people a reality, it really is a delight and privilege to continue to be a partner for such an amazing charity and for such a fantastic event.

Seeing the smiles on the faces of the 10 Muscle Warrior beneficiaries as they returned from Silverstone this year was truly wonderful – I’m sure we’ll see many more in the future. We look forward to being part of the journey in helping the charity achieve its 657 mission”