At Halberg, we are always inspired by the creativity and generosity of young people who want to make a difference. Recently, a group of Year 12 students from Wellington College – George Faafoi-Rogers, Charlie Cowen, Liam Galt, Bailey Brown, and Jack Henderson – chose to support Halberg through their Business Studies Market Day project.
The challenges for these students was to design, produce, and sell a product that was practical, creative, and profitable, while also giving back to a charity of their choice. When we asked why they chose Halberg, their answer was simple: sport is a big part of their lives, and they wanted to support an organisation that gives young people with disabilities the same opportunities to be active and confident through sport.
For their Market Day product, the group wanted something practical that fellow students and athletes could relate to. They came up with the idea of a deodoring shoe ball – made from safe, natural ingrediants – that is reusable and easy to carry. While the process came with it’s challenges, including a memorable mix up with packaging that was far too small, the students told us they loved the chance to turn their idea into something real.
Market Day itself was a highlight. Their stall attracted plenty of interest, sparking conversations not only about their product but also about Halberg and the work we do. They promoted their project through posters, social media, and word-f-mouth, learning along the way how important clear messahing and understanding your audience can be.
What mattered most to them, however, was knowing their efforts were making an impact. “Suporting Halberg means a lot,” they told us, “because we know our project directly helps more kids get active in sport.”
Looking ahead, the group is excited about future opportunities. They shared that next year’s challenge will be even bigger, requiring them to design, build, and test a new product as part of their Year 13 studies. Ideas like custom water bottles or gym gear are already on their radar, and they’re eager to put the lessons they’ve learned into action.
From our perspective, their project was more than a business exercise – it was a reminder of the power of sport to bring people together and inspire positive change. We’re grateful for their support and proud to see young people backing Halberg in such a creative way.
