Fundraising Recap

As many people know, I had to raise £5,400 to fund my year away with Project Trust. This seemed impossible, I had never owned so much money in my whole life!

I started fundraising in October. Despite the great fundraising booklet PT and advice on Selection I had been given, things got off to a slow start. I'd admit at this point I thought I had loads of time. That time quickly ran out and the fundraising deadline loomed. Amazingly, I was given a massive donation from a group of incredibly generous people. It's something I'll never forget! Things started to pick up after that.

To fundraise I sold handmade gift items which I sold at craft stalls and to order. This raised £450 overall. I wouldn't recommend it as a fundraiser as it took so long to achieve and was a lot of work. However, I love crafting and found it satisfying.

Craft Stall in MacRosty Park

Another fundraiser was a three day Sponsored Silence. Two brave friends joined me in being silent. Amazingly we managed!

My final fundraiser was a Bingo Tea which was great fun and raised £550!

Overall fundraising £5,400 was a huge challenge, but one I overcame. Without the kindness and generosity of friends, family and even strangers it would have been impossible. I feel so privileged to be able to go on this journey and even more so to know such amazingly supportive people.

Thanks a million everyone!