We are delighted to tell you that The Shippey Campaign is now a registered charity! As our campaign has progressed so quickly, we decided to apply to the Charity Commission to officially register. We were thrilled to receive notification yesterday that our application was successful and the Charity Commission had made the decision to register … More Charity Status!

The Shippey Campaign has been in many meetings with various representatives of clubs throughout UK football recently, one of which was Manchester City. On 15th February, we met at the Etihad, with three members of staff including Lisa Eaton, Supporter Liaison Officer. We were very hopeful that such a magnificent stadium would be happy to … More News for Manchester City Fans!

Today, we have been invited to the Lowry Theatre in Manchester to present The Shippey Campaign to Premier League Clubs. Cathy Long, Head of Supporter Services  invited us to talk to clubs nationwide, including those whom we haven’t met with yet. Our presentation provided representatives from each club with the opportunity to ask more about … More A Meet Up With Premier League Clubs

Without Nathan, the whole concept of sensory rooms in sporting stadia would never have entered our minds! He and his brothers have shown us a whole new world and we are striving to help society adapt to support those with sensory needs. So, without any hesitation, we would like to say ‘HAPPY BIRTHDAY’ to our … More Happy Birthday To Our Inspiration

We’re a little late in the day to kick off our Autism Awareness Week,  but it was for a good reason! We had the pleasure of welcoming two wonderful families into The Nathan Shippey Sensory Room at Sunderland AFC; Jenson brought his mam while his dad and sister also had tickets in the stadium, so … More Autism Awareness Week Begins

We had a wonderfully (freezing) morning today! Having registered to take part in the Walk For Autism, we ran in last minute! Having three boys with Autism, it takes some getting out of the house!) So, as we arrived it was a swift introduction to the Chief Executive, John Phillipson before I was whisked off … More The North East Autism Society’s Walk For Autism

You may be aware that the first week in April is Autism Awareness week. So this week, The Shippey Campaign have a few irons in the fire! Beginning with tomorrow, we have a couple of film interviews, one being with the North East Autism Society! On Wednesday, we have a meeting with representatives from the … More The Plan For The Week Ahead!

Here at The Shippey Campaign, we would like to wish all of our supporters a happy holiday weekend! Enjoy time with family and friends (and maybe the odd piece of chocolate or two!)

….and guess what it’s about! Happy Monday folks! And it seems Spring has eventually found its way to us in the UK! (needs an updated map maybe) I’ve been a busy bee recently, and I’m pleased to give you a media update. But instead of other journalists writing our story for us, it’s my turn … More Kate’s Latest Article On The Huffington Post!

We’ve had another wonderfully busy week this week!  On Wednesday we were invited to visit the facilities at the North East Autism Society’s Center For Autism at Newton Aycliffe. We received a wonderfully warm welcome on a very cold, rainy and blustery day from Lisa Taylor, the Senior Marketing and Promotions Officer and Lindsay Bruce, … More The North East Autism Society and The Shippey Campaign Working Together.