We are Ash and Irina and we are taking on the Island Challenge this October in Saint Lucia! Over four days we’ll be running, kayaking, hiking, and pushing ourselves through a half marathon and up Gros Piton. We’re raising funds together through this page and every donation, big or small, will help us make a real impact. Thank you so much for your support!

We’re continuing our mission to strengthen the Caribbean’s paediatric services by raising £100,000 for life-saving equipment for sick children and babies in Saint Lucia.The Island Challenge - Saint Lucia 2025 will take place over four consecutive days this October, consisting of long-distance running including a half marathon, kayaking on choppy ocean waters, trekking through tropical rainforest and hiking up the breathtaking Gros Piton, one of Saint Lucia's famous dormant volcanoes which stands at over 798 metres high. Access to the right equipment, facilities and resources can significantly improve a country's ability to provide proper medical attention to its people. This year’s event will provide funding for essential new equipment in the Special Care Baby Unit of the Paediatric Division at the Millennium Medical Complex in Saint Lucia. The Unit cares for approximately 180 critically ill babies each year and stands as a symbol of hope for families during a vulnerable time.