The Sandals Foundation Island Challenge - Saint Lucia 2025

A four-day physical challenge including long distance running, sea kayaking, rainforest trekking and volcano hiking to raise £100,000 for life-saving equipment for paediatric facilities in Saint Lucia.

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Since its inception in 2009, the Sandals Foundation has implemented programmes valued at more than US $115 million, touching the lives of 1.7 million people in the Caribbean. The organisation supports 120+ projects annually focused on environment, education and community infrastructure.

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We’re continuing our mission to strengthen the Caribbean’s paediatric services by raising £100,000 for life-saving equipment for sick children and babies in Saint Lucia.

The Island Challenge - Saint Lucia 2025 will take place over four consecutive days this October, consisting of long-distance running including a half marathon, kayaking on choppy ocean waters, trekking through tropical rainforests and hiking up the breathtaking Gros Piton, one of Saint Lucia's famous dormant volcanoes which stands at over 798 metres high.

Access to the right equipment, facilities and resources can significantly improve a country's ability to provide proper medical attention to its people. This year’s event will provide funding for essential new equipment in the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) of the Paediatric Division at the Millennium Medical Complex in Saint Lucia. The Unit cares for approximately 180 critically ill babies each year and stands as a symbol of hope for families during a vulnerable time.

The Island Challenge - Saint Lucia 2025 is kindly supported by sponsors including our airline partner, British Airways, and the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority.

Please join us today in making a difference! Thank you for your support.

Donation summary

Total
£85,623.17
Online
£1,123.17
Offline
£84,500.00
Direct
£175.00
Fundraisers
£948.17

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