MandM Direct
MandM's Jurassic Coast Challenge
Fundraising for Teenage Cancer Trust
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MandM Direct have so far raised a massive £1,754,593.50 for Teenage Cancer Trust.
MandM Direct became partners with Teenage Cancer Trust in 2005, the trust supports young people with cancer.
Around seven young people aged between 13 and 24 are diagnosed with cancer every day in the UK. Teenage Cancer Trust understands that young people with cancer require specialist care.
Young people have a much better chance in their fight against cancer if they are treated by teenage cancer experts, in an environment tailored to their needs.
They need expert treatment and support from the moment they hear the word ‘cancer’, Teenage Cancer Trust are the only charity dedicated to making this happen.
MandM’s partnership with Teenage Cancer Trust continues and with various successful projects to raise funds already underway, our Chairman – Mike Tomkins vision is to raise £2M, please view the following video on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoO-mYrOAdc&t=7s
Twenty four members of staff are aiming to complete this tough challenge, the route is an undulating coastal path involving 24 hours of walking over the two days.
Day 1 - Poole to Lulworth Cove
Day 2 - Lulworth Cove to Portland Bill
Each day covering:
Distance: 42.2km
Total Ascent: 1696m
Highest point: 167m
By supporting us, you’re supporting and making a difference to teenagers. Donations are essential - and will help towards building specialist units in NHS hospitals, £25 could pay for a young person
to see a Specialist Nurse. Find out more about this amazing charity at www.teenagecancertrust.org.
Teenage Cancer Trust exists to improve the quality of life and chances of survival for young people with cancer, everything about them has been designed to give teenagers the very best chance of a positive outcome.