March through March is the latest fundraising challenge announced by East Cheshire Hospice.
One of the organisers is Luke Hughes, the newest addition to the Hospice’s fundraising team.
The new initiative dares supporters to cover 300,000 steps next month while raising a minimum of £50 in the process.
Luke, a community and events assistant for three months, said: “March through March is for everyone, whether you’re a regular walker or just starting out.
“It’s your challenge and you can walk or run on your own, or team up with family and friends.
“Supporters can do it in their own time at their own pace and every step counts towards raising funds to care for patients with life-limiting illnesses.”
Luke Hughes who has joined the fundraising team at East Cheshire Hospice.
It is one of several campaigns Luke and colleagues in the fundraising team have lined up for the year.
He said: “We’ve a jam-packed programme of events. I’ve been at the Hospice for three months and love the fact it’s such a busy and varied role.
“That’s what I was looking for after completing my degree at the University of Leeds last year. I’m really happy here and have already seen that we serve such a close community.
“I helped with the Christmas tree collection and couldn’t believe the numbers of volunteers who came together to support the Hospice cause.”
Luke is co-ordinating a group of Hospice fundraisers taking part in a Born Survivor event at Capesthorne Hall on Saturday, April 27.
The Open Gardens event, in which supporters invite the public to their home, is another project he is closely involved in. A bungee jump and a 5k run with inflatables are also planned with details announced soon.
Luke Hughes who has joined the fundraising team at East Cheshire Hospice.
Luke is studying an events management diploma to increase his knowledge of the industry.
He said: “I worked in retail while I figured out what I wanted to do and discovered I had a passion for events and fundraising. The community side of it is new to me, but I love it and the job ticks all the boxes.
“I love the variety of the events industry and am excited by all the activities planned we’re planning at the Hospice.”
* To sign up for March through March visit the Hospice website.
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