Jon Hall, group managing director of OSB, has raised £6,000 for charity after finishing a 183-mile bike journey.
The money will go to Demelza kids’s hospice which operates in Kent, South East London and East Sussex. The charity offers kids and young individuals who have severe or life-limited circumstances with care and offers them the chance to create reminiscences.
Hall took on the problem with Christina Fasoli (pictured, left), Canterbury department supervisor for Kent Reliance.
The pair cycled from Paris to Sittingbourne over three days, having began on 15 September. They accomplished the cycle on Sunday afternoon.
So far, 100 donations have been made amounting to greater than £6,000. Hall and Fasoli are nonetheless accepting donations, individuals who want to donate can accomplish that right here: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/osbgroup-pedalpower?
Demelza may use £5,000 to pay for 50 households to obtain a night of respite care which can provide them a break whereas their baby is being cared for by an professional. For £2,500 the charity pays for a well being care assistant for round a month who will present devoted care both at home or in a hospice.
Hall (pictured, proper) mentioned: “This has been a huge challenge for us both and crossing the finishing line, along with the other cyclists, was really moving. Powered by a great deal of adrenaline, news of the donations coming in and some extra help from energy gels, we’ve completed 183 miles for this amazing charity who do wonderful work across the southeast of England. Thanks to everyone who has donated and supported us on this journey.”
Louise Earl, company partnerships account supervisor at Demelza, added: “Kent Reliance accomplish that a lot for Demelza, we’re extremely fortunate to have their help. The workers get entangled in any respect ranges – volunteering to assist at occasions, getting us tickets for days out for Demelza households and a lot extra.
“Jon and Christina have taken on this epic challenge to raise money for us and we could not be more grateful. We cherish the relationship that we have with Kent Reliance and their staff. Thank you so much for taking part in the ride, I hope you’ve been given some time off for a rest now.”
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