James's HCPT Camino page

James Gilmartin is raising money for HCPT
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HCPT Camino · 1 April 2023

Since 1956, experienced HCPT volunteers have taken 1,000s of children and adults, with a variety of needs, on life changing pilgrimage holidays to the shrine of Lourdes in France. We are of all faiths and none. Thank you for your support.

Story

Hello everyone! I am taking on an incredible challenge to raise money for HCPT, a charity that helps disabled and disadvantaged children and young adults. I will be cycling nearly 2000km from Paris to Santiago de Compostella to raise funds for this important cause.

A lot has happened since the last HCPT Cycle back in 2019. Due to the COVID pandemic, the 2021 HCPT Cycle was actually completed virtually on my turbo trainer and it was during this event that I was diagnosed with cancer. I was very lucky to get a very early diagnosis and after successful surgery and an extended period of recuperation I am currently healthy and determined to stop putting off the challenges that I have thought of doing.

One of those challenges is to cycle the Camino and so this time when I cycle into Lourdes I will only be half way there! I will return to Lourdes to continue over the Pyrenees and across Spain to Santiago de Compostella.

About HCPT:

HCPT is a UK-based charity that has been providing pilgrimage holidays to Lourdes, France for disabled and disadvantaged children and young adults since 1956. They believe that every child deserves the chance to have fun, make friends, and experience new things, regardless of their abilities or background.

Why Donate:

Your donation will help to make a real difference in the lives of these young people. HCPT provides ongoing support and assistance to the children and their families, including respite care, social events, and practical support. Your contribution will help to ensure that this important work can continue.

In addition, by supporting me in my 2000km cycle ride, you will be helping to raise awareness of this important cause and showing your support for the children and young adults who benefit from HCPT's work.

How You Can Help:

Please consider making a donation to HCPT today to support my 2000km cycle ride. Every little bit helps, and your contribution will make a real difference in the lives of these young people.

Thank you for your support!

Donation summary

Total
£856.50
+ £190.75 Gift Aid
Online
£765.00
Offline
£91.50

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