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Closed 30/12/2023
Perennial - Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society

Perennial Firewalk Challenge

This year we are hosting Perennials first ever flaming fundraiser, Firewalk for Perennial. Will you challenge yourself to help those going through challenging times?
£3,852
raised
by 198 supporters
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Event: Perennial's Firewalk at York Gate, on 26 October 2023
Closed on 30/12/2023
RCN 1155156 & SC040180

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Story

Are you brave enough to cross the hot coals to help transform the lives of those who work with plants, trees, flowers and grass?

Perennial is often described as a lifeline by the people we help. Now during the cost of living crisis your fundraising will make a real and lasting difference to lives.

Join us at York Gate Garden on the 26th of October for Perennial's first Firewalk. Engage in the mental and physical challenge and walk over 1200 degrees Fahrenheit(648 degrees Celsius) burning hot embers.

Landscape gardener Andy Perry lost his leg after being bitten by a spider and developing sepsis.

"I was doubtful that they could help me but I was out of options. Id had major surgery and was officially disabled. I was unable to work, struggling financially and just needed a bit of help. My family were totally supportive but without Perennial Im not sure what would have happened. The caseworker came to see me almost immediately and things improved from there. For the first time I was able to explain fully what was happening and how I was feeling. It was a massive relief just to be able to talk to a friendly face without being judged.

My illness meant my business closed overnight. One day a full order book, working every day, the next I was in hospital and close to death. Perennial took the weight off my shoulders, sorted out our finances and dealt with creditors, which allowed me to focus my energy on the things I needed and it really helped.

I cant thank Perennial enough, they have helped get me back to work and have been absolutely incredible. My wife and I are happier than weve been for a long time we are able to sleep easily and were no longer worried about opening the post. My children dont even know that we were in financial trouble and thats fantastic. They now also have a beautiful safe place to play in and I can be outside watching them play.

You can read his full story here Andy Perry's story

Your fundraising means we can continue to offer a full and comprehensive level of support to the industry.

About the charity

Perennial is the only charity helping people in horticulture and their families when faced with a life changing event, unexpected crisis or overwhelming challenge with free and confidential advice and support.

Donation summary

Total raised
£3,852.00
+ £665.50 Gift Aid
Online donations
£3,852.00
Offline donations
£0.00
Direct donations
£150.00
Donations via fundraisers
£3,702.00

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