Meet the Fundraisers Making a Difference for YG

The Gloucester Dippers

The Gloucester Dippers are a dedicated group of outdoor swimmers who took on an incredible challenge: swimming the English Channel as a relay team! This effort was deeply personal, as one member’s daughter had received life-changing support from Young Gloucestershire during her struggles with OCD and self-harm. The team saw this challenge as the perfect way to express their gratitude and give back. By choosing to support both YG and another charity, they raised an impressive £XXXX, making a significant impact on the young people YG supports.

Libby’s Cotswold Way Ultra

Libby from Endsleigh, took on the mammoth 100km Cotswold Way Challenge! Libby, part of one of our fantastic corporate partners, went above and beyond to raise an incredible £1,600 for Young Gloucestershire. Her dedication to completing this epic challenge reflects the outstanding support we receive from partners like Endsleigh, who are committed to giving back to the local community in extraordinary ways.

Robyn’s 10K

Robyn, a past service user of Young Gloucestershire completed the Cotswold Way 10km Challenge as the 1st female finisher and came 6th overall! 🥇🏃‍♀️ Robyn completed the course in an impressive time of 1 hour and 6 minutes, raising £365 for YG. We are incredibly proud of Robyn’s incredible achievement and deeply moved by her desire to give back

Poppy’s Family & The Yorkshire Three Peaks

The heartbreaking loss of Poppy to suicide deeply affected her family, friends, and the wider community. During their painful journey, her family received vital counselling and support to help them cope with their grief. In honour of Poppy’s memory, they bravely took on the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge, raising over £1,000 for Young Gloucestershire. Despite challenging weather conditions and completing the final stretch in the dark, they finished the challenge in a remarkable 11.5 hours. Their determination not only honours Poppy’s legacy but also shines a light on the importance of mental health awareness and suicide prevention. We are incredibly proud of their strength and resilience, and we know Poppy would be too.

Kubus take on The Brecon 10 Peaks

Our brilliant corporate partner, local business Kubus, came together as a team to take on the Brecon 10 Peaks—an incredible challenge and no mean feat! Led by YG staff, they successfully navigated the tough ascents and descents, all while raising over £7,000 for Young Gloucestershire. Their determination and teamwork throughout this intense trek truly exemplify the amazing support from our local business community. We are incredibly grateful for their efforts and the difference they’ve made for the young people we support.

Belinda’s Petra Trek

Belinda Wilson, director of GlosJobs.co.uk and glos.info, embarked on a unique fundraising journey for Young Gloucestershire (YG) after meeting our CEO, Tracy Clark, and feeling inspired by the charity’s work. Belinda set herself a personal challenge, the “Bizarre Biathlon,” combining two physically demanding feats: swimming the distance from Cheltenham to Heathrow (155km) and trekking 77km through the desert to the ancient city of Petra, Jordan. Over nearly four months, Belinda swam an astonishing 6,200 lengths at Cheltenham Ladies’ College. After building her fitness through the swim, she then tackled the five-day trek across the Jordanian desert.

Belinda’s determination and resilience throughout both parts of the challenge reflect her commitment to our cause. She has raised an incredible £2,500 for YG, helping to support and inspire young people across Gloucestershire. Belinda’s journey is a true testament to her dedication, and we are deeply grateful for her efforts!

Janes Wingwalk

Jane Tuffnell, the former High Sheriff for Gloucestershire, has gone above and beyond to support Young Gloucestershire by raising an incredible £13,500 through her daring wing walk! In her heartfelt words, Jane shared, “Having met many remarkable charities in my role, the vital work that Young Gloucestershire does for young people, especially in the realm of mental health and well-being, is something I am passionate about supporting.” This commitment stems from her personal experience, having tragically lost her son, Carlie, who died by suicide at the age of 22.

Despite her fear of heights, Jane took on the exhilarating challenge of wing walking on top of a 1940s Boeing Stearman biplane, flying 400 feet above the ground and swooping at speeds of up to 300 mph. As she bravely faced her fears, Jane felt that “Carlie was up there flying with me,” inspiring her to undertake this extraordinary challenge to help other young people facing similar struggles.

HR Champions Christmas Carols

Our dedicated corporate supporters at HR Champions host an annual Sing-a-Long-a-Christmas Carol Concert, creating a joyful gathering for hundreds of attendees each year. Led by the award-winning Flowers Band, this festive event has been a cherished tradition since 2021, raising over £2,000 annually for Young Gloucestershire!

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who played a part in making this event a resounding success. A special thank you goes to the Co-op for their generous donation of delicious mince pies, ensuring that all our guests enjoyed a sweet treat during the festivities.