My name is Harry Williams and I am 13 years old and attend Holmfirth High School. During the summer of 2020 I’m going to be participating in a school program called World Challenge to India South and Rajasthan. World Challenge is an organisation that gives young people the opportunity to travel to developing countries and explore the cultures and customs of the area. As part of the challenge I will be participating in a project in a rural school, or community. Likely activities could include helping to paint classrooms, mend furniture or paint murals. Basic construction work may also be required, such as building and plastering brick walls.

I have to raise £4100 to fund my entire expedition which includes flights, accommodation, equipment, insurance etc. I plan to do this by obtaining a part-time job, organising fundraising activities such as carwash days and craft sales. I have already raised £95 at a car boot sale!

Another way I hope to raise money is via sponsorship/ donations to this page. So, I’m going to embark on an Ironman challenge! Over the next year I’m going to complete the Ironman distance in stages. The swim is 2.4 miles, bike ride 112 miles and a marathon 26.22 mile run! To help me with this challenge my Dad, Matt, is going to complete the full Ironman all at once next July! This is a massive challenge for both of us and one I hope you’ll help support. I will post regular updates with how it’s all going.

Once I have completed my World Challenge I’ll post a report on my trip and the community project we undertake so that you can see how your support has made a difference to real people in India and Rajasthan who do not have the luxuries we all take for granted.

Any donations, no matter how big or small will be greatly appreciated and go towards paying for my challenge.

Many thanks!

Harry Williams