This October, I am going to swim the equivalent distance of an English Channel Crossing at Palatine and Moor Park swimming baths in Blackpool, completing 34 km in support of Forward Project 🏊‍♀️ This personal challenge is my way of helping to raise funds for the construction of their new Youth Hub 🩵

I will be using a Swim Tag to track my distance and will provide regular updates on social media after each swim 🌊

The Forward Project is working hard to create a brand-new Youth and Skills Hub, a place where young people can feel safe, supported, and encouraged to grow. Blackpool needs more inclusive spaces where local youth can build confidence, learn new skills, and access guidance when they need it most 🧒🏼👦🏽

Planning permission has already been secured, and the project is now moving forward, but there is still work to do before construction can begin. The hub has secured 50% of the £500,000 funding required for this project, and are looking at further ways of funding the build 🏗👷‍♂️

This is why I am kindly asking for any donations you can give to turn plans into reality. Every donation, no matter the size, brings this project one step closer to opening its doors for the benefit of our community 🙏

If you are able to give, please consider making a donation today. If not, sharing this page would still be a meaningful way to help spread the word. Thank you for supporting Forward Project and for helping to create brighter opportunities for local young people!! 🩵🌊🏊‍♀️