Chris Bennett

24 Hours in the Saddle

Fundraising for Blind Veterans UK
£1,730
raised of £1,100 target
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Event: Brands Hatch Cycle Challenge, from 16 September 2017 to 17 September 2017
Participants: Paul Maxwell
Blind Veterans UK

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We help blind veterans to discover a life beyond sight loss

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Every year Optician's Editor, Chris Bennett, takes on a sporting challenge to help raise money for a sight care charity.

This year he has already raised money for Optometry Giving Sight as part of a CooperVision team -- Thanks to all of those who donated.

To round of the season he is joining a team raising money for Blind Veterans UK. It provide practical help to service men and women who are now suffering visual impairment.  

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Blind Veterans UK

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We believe every blind veteran should be able to lead the life they choose. At Blind Veterans UK we’re one, transformational team. We provide rehabilitation, training, practical advice and emotional support. Together we can help rebuild lives.

Donation summary

Total raised
£1,730.00
+ £58.00 Gift Aid
Online donations
£1,480.00
Offline donations
£250.00

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