BEFRIEND a Child has recently launched a new 245 Challenge to raise money for their vital programmes and projects which support 245 children growing up in difficult life circumstances in the local community each year. The charity is challenging supporters to take on 245 of anything they like, so long as it’s a challenge to complete, whilst fundraising for Befriend a Child.
‘We wanted to create a sponsored challenge that is accessible to everyone, and our 245 Challenge is just that. Participants of the 245 Challenge can get creative with what they would like to do, decide on a timeframe that suits them, and complete the challenge solo or as a team. This could involve running 24.5K, walking 245,000 steps, swimming 245 lengths, baking 245 cupcakes, singing 245 songs, or even knitting for 245 minutes straight.’ – Tara Morrison, Fundraising and Marketing Co-ordinator, Befriend a Child
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All participants need to do to get started is decide what their chosen challenge involves, pick a timeframe to complete the challenge, and set up their JustGiving page to begin fundraising. Befriend a Child will be on hand to provide support throughout the challenge and participants are encouraged to get in touch with the charity before they begin for a fundraising pack and a branded t-shirt.
‘Each year we support on average 245 disadvantaged children and young people who are experiencing challenging life circumstances every day through no fault of their own. By raising money for Befriend a Child you are actively contributing towards helping alleviate some of the difficulties in their young lives.’ – Jean Gordon, Head of Operations, Befriend a Child.
Children who are growing up in difficult life circumstances are referred for support from Befriend a Child through approved referral partners. Children can be referred for a number of reasons, they may be experiencing lack of confidence, low self-esteem, or social isolation. They may be suffering abuse and neglect at home, have a parent who is struggling with substance misuse, or they may be in need of a positive adult role model. Having the 1:1 support of a befriender or mentor can have a transformational effect on these children, allowing them the opportunity to experience more of what life has to offer and create happy childhood memories.
It’s free to sign up to Befriend a Child’s 245 Challenge and participants are welcome to take part at a time, and within a timeframe, that suits them best. To find out more and to get involved simply can visit the link below.
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/245challenge
To find out how you too could support Befriend a Child by fundraising or volunteering simply visit www.befriendachild.org.uk or email [email protected].
