I am supporting and fundraising this year for a local charity Kangaroos. The charity delivers FUN and SOCIAL activities in a supported setting for young people with learning disabilities in Mid Sussex. 

Fo those attending the Kangaroos clubs and outings there are many benefits, including maintaining and building friendships, promoting self-esteem and confidence, improving social skills and gaining independence from their families.The charity is a lifeline for many families supporting a family member with complex needs.

With the ongoing threat of funding cuts, now more than ever, Kangaroos needs your support.

I became involved with this charity through my work at Artemis Marketing. I am the lead on partnering the business with a local charity. I am really excited to be involved in growing Artemis's relationship with Kangaroos. We hope to be involved in a few events over the course of the year. The Haywards Heath Bike Ride is our first event and opportunity to raise funds for this fantastic charity.

I can't express enough the amazing work this charity does, and having spoken to some of the parents whose children attend the clubs, I now know just how much the charity means to the families accessing these much-needed services.

Please give generously if you can. I would love to be able to raise £250 on my own through sponsorship for the bike ride. As a team we are hoping to raise £2,000 for the charity, which I know will make a real difference.

Wish me luck on the bike! I'm not a natural! And thank you so much for any contributions.

Julia x