#ChallengeYourself by taking on a Sailors’ Society running, cycling or trekking event and raise funds for seafarers in need.
Supporters encouraged to take on a new challenge in aid of the world’s 1.5 million seafarer.
Seafarers face daily challenges, including turbulent seas, threat of piracy and long months away from family and friends. So, Sailors’ Society is urging you to embrace the New Year and #ChallengeYourself for those who brave harsh environments to deliver 90 per cent of our goods.
The maritime welfare charity is running several high-energy, adrenaline-filled challenge events for you to choose from.
Sofie Bennett, Sailors’ Society events manager, said: “It’s the start of the year and we’re all making New Year resolutions, so why not take on a new challenge and raise money for seafarers at the same time? Your trainers and bike were probably brought by sea – you could put them to good use in one of our trekking or cycling events. You’ll also be raising awareness of the daily challenges merchant seafarers face.”
Sailors’ Society has 2016 London Marathon and Ride London-Surrey places available and is holding a Three Peaks Challenge later in the year. Alternatively, you could organise your own sponsored event and donate the proceeds.
For more information and a fundraising pack, visit www.sailors-society.org/
About Sailors’ Society
Sailors’ Society aims to transform the lives of seafarers and their families at home, in port and at sea through the delivery of chaplaincy, education and the relief of poverty and distress.
The charity works internationally to provide practical, emotional and spiritual welfare support to the world’s 1.5m seafarers, regardless of background or faith. Sailors’ Society chaplains and ship visitors have a presence in 69 global ports, with wider projects and services covering 26 countries.
For more information please visit www.sailors-society.org, or contact Vicky Macleod on 023 8051 5950 or vmacleod@sailors-society.org.
