21 Miles to Safety raising funds for Bristol Hospitality Network

In June I aim to swim 21 miles in 12 days to raise awareness and funds for destitute asylum seekers. This mirrors the 21-mile small boat journey across the English Channel, that many brave individuals undertake in search of safety.

People facing persecution often take unimaginable risks to seek sanctuary in the UK.

The Channel crossing may seem like their only hope, a desperate attempt to escape the nightmares they face.

“It was not a logical decision, but I had no other choice. Either way I’ll die; either at sea, in France or by going back to Syria. That’s how I found myself in a boat going to England."

Bristol Hospitality Network provides support for people made destitute by the asylum system. Every donation makes an impact:

£7 pays for a day's travel to support services or appointments

£30 pays for a week's destitution payment each for up to 30 hosted members

£50 pays for a bike and cycling gear for someone we support

£100 pays for a week of activities at our Welcome Centre

£150 pays for food at our weekly Welcome Centre Drop In

£200 pays for a week's food and household items at our 11-bedroom hostel

Please donate to make a difference and support those who need help the most.