Oliver, who has aniridia, celebrated his 18th birthday by leaping out of a plane to raise money for Aniridia Network.

To mark becoming adult, Oliver took the skies for a tandem parachute jump. He got friends and family to sponsor him. They donated generously. With Gift Aid added it should be over £1,000. Oliver said afterwards:

It went quite well. I was freaking out a bit when I was on the ground and when I was about to jump. Apart from that, I really enjoyed it and I have decided I am definitely doing it again.

We wish you many happy returns to earth Oliver!

Oliver worn sunglasses under goggles for the jump. He said that normally when on the ground:

I struggle with bright light and have to wear sunglasses and a hat most of the time to help protect my eyes.

A massive well done and thank you to Oliver plus everyone who sponsored him.

The donations will go towards our events, our conferences and grants for research into aniridia. The aim is to help people like Oliver and his family be confident, hopeful and well informed about aniridia.

What can you do to support Aniridia Network? Think what you can do to fundraise or volunteer for our charity to help young people with aniridia and others.