The family of a teenager who raised £250,000 for the NHS before his death has expressed heartfelt thanks to the street art community for preserving his project. Noah, from Dedham, Essex, worked with over 750 artists worldwide before he died at 15 in November.
His father, Nathan, noted that Noah’s “beautiful, fun-loving, smiley face” is now being displayed on stickers around the globe. “It’s truly heartwarming to see Noah’s face in so many places, and we’re eager to see where it appears next,” Nathan said. “We’re also very thankful for the immense support and love from everyone during this challenging time.” Noah, who lived with hydrocephalus, epilepsy, and cerebral palsy, started his art project on cardboard during the initial Covid-19 lockdown when he was unable to attend school.
His father’s Instagram appeal for artistic collaboration led to a worldwide response. The project became popular, with several exhibitions, book publications, and auctions raising funds for the Colchester and Ipswich Hospitals Charity. Noah’s image has been spotted on stickers in prestigious locations such as Buckingham Palace, sports stadiums, and various landmarks.
Nathan expressed that seeing Noah’s face in these significant places provides comfort and joy, turning their loss into a celebration of his legacy. The family now intends to travel and find as many of Noah’s stickers as possible.
