Ethan writes book to raise cash for charity helping his brother.

fundraising: Seven-year-old Ethan writes and publishes book, raising more than £200

We love seeing all the creative ways our supporters fundraise for our organisation and we can’t thank Ethan enough for his help. DEBORAH ROE

A Perth youngster has published a book to raise money for a specialist charity that supports his little brother.

Seven-year-old Ethan Scott, wrote The Amazing Ross to raise funds for Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus (SBH Scotland).

The charity helps care for his threeyear-old brother Jackson, who was born with hydrocephalus, which causes a build-up of fluid on the brain.

The support shown by SBH Scotland since Jackson’s birth has made Ethan put pen to paper to show his appreciation.

After writing the words and drawing the illustrations, Ethan also took to the streets to sell copies to local residents.

Since it was released, more than 40 have been sold, raising more than £200.

The boys’ mother, Jenni, spoke about the support the charity has shown and Ethan’s incredible creativity.

She said: “SBH Scotland have offered incredible support to Jackson and our family.

“It has been so important just knowing the charity are always there for us and have been from the very start.

“Ethan is such a creative and thoughtful big brother who wants to help Jackson and others with spina bifida and hydrocephalus.

“I could not be prouder of him for taking on this project, and for raising funds for such a fantastic cause.”

Formed in 1965, SBH Scotland offers specialist care to children and adults who are affected by spina bifida and hydrocephalus.

Fundraising director for the charity, Deborah Roe, said: “We love seeing all the creative ways our supporters fundraise for our organisation and we can’t thank Ethan enough for his help.

“Scotland has more live births per head of population with spina bifida and hydrocephalus than anywhere else in the UK.

“Efforts like this are absolutely vital to ensuring we can continue to deliver support to families across the country.”

When it comes to displays of brotherly love you would do well to find a more moving example than that featuring doting seven year-old Ethan Scott from Perth.

Touched by the plight of his younger brother Jackson who suffers from a rare medical condition, Ethan penned a book to help raise funds.

Dozens of copies have been sold, raising hundreds of pounds for the cause.

Not surprisingly, Jackson and Ethan’s mum Jenni “could not be prouder”.

It may be borne of the most appalling adversity, but it is a truly heartwarming tale.

Serving to reinforce the close bonds families share, it also acts as a gentle reminder of the reliance placed on members of the public by charities.

Without actions such as Ethan’s – and thousands of other selfless individuals across the country – many smaller charitable organisations would struggle to survive.

As Deborah Roe from SBH Scotland tells this newspaper today, creative fundraising provides the lifeblood for the vital work they carry out.

While most of us hope we will never the need the support of such charities, it is always reassuring to know they are there, ready to swing into action even in the face of some of the most traumatic situations imaginable.

It is a fact well worth remembering.

Picture: Angus Findlay. Ethan Scott with his book The Amazing Ross, mum Jenni and dad Chris Scott.