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Jason Lowe (of Equilibrium) along with his friend Mark Dunn, will be taking on Mount Kilimanjaro. They will be climbing Africa's highest peak (5895m) over 7 days, in aid of four amazing charities.
They are paying for the trip out of their own pockets to ensure that all money raised can go directly to their chosen charities. Each penny raised will be matched by The Equilibrium Foundation, meaning for every £1 donated, the charities will receive £2 (or £2.25 if you're eligible for gift aid)
As you can imagine, this trek will be mentally and physically exhausting, but never ones to shy away from a challenge, they will put every ounce of energy into it. To find out more about their amazing challenge, visit this link.
Reuben's Retreat
The vision of Reuben's Retreat is to relieve the distress of families who have suffered the loss of a child or have a child suffering from a complex illness. In 2021, they helped more people than ever despite the challenges of the past few years. Reuben's legacy is a place to relax, recharge, remember and rebuild, built on an army of love and compassion. Find out more here.
East Cheshire Hospice
Since 1988, East Cheshire Hospice has been caring for people suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They put patients, their carers and families at the centre of everything they do, and their expert medical treatment is only the start of the holistic care they provide. Find out more here.
Cancer Research UK
For the past 20 years, Cancer Research UK has been making discoveries that save lives. But there is still so much more to do as cancer remains one of the world's greatest health challenges. Their vision is to bring about a world where everybody can lead longer, better lives, free from the fear of cancer. Find out more here.
Nightingale House Hospice
Their mission is to provide services for individuals and their families living within North East Wales and the border areas who are living with a diagnosis of a progressive and/or life-limiting illness, delivered when possible in the location of their choice and always within the resources available to Nightingale House Hospice. Following an assessment of physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs, services will be delivered by a multi-disciplinary team, trained and competent to meet the needs of all patients, including those with complex, specialist needs. Find out more here.
Mark lost his father to skin cancer in late 2019. It all happened very quickly. Nightingale house were a great support for him and the family at the time. Then just 2 years later, his Mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. His family has lived with the devastation that cancer can bring, but have also experienced the positive outcome that can be achieved. He is happy to say that his mother is recovering well. Research and early diagnosis is the key to the fight against cancer.