The Girls in Property Company Neighborhood (WiEA) efficiently conquered the Lake District Extremely Problem to lift an astonishing £70,000 for Breast Most cancers Now in Sarah Edmundson’s Reminiscence.
No fewer than 70 wonderful people from throughout the property business united to courageous the gorgeous and difficult panorama earlier this month, finally elevating welcome funds for charity Breast Most cancers Now in reminiscence of their expensive pal and board member, Sarah Edmundson who misplaced her brave battle with most cancers final yr.
Organised by Motion Problem, the Lake District Extremely Problem noticed members deal with both a gruelling 29km 1st Quarter Problem or a scenic 10km Ambleside Loop.
Setting off from Kendal, adventurers navigated rugged hills, waded by waters, and embraced the weather, all whereas soaking within the breathtaking views of the Lake District. Every step was a testomony to braveness, camaraderie, and a shared dedication to an important trigger.
Lucy Noonan, founding father of Atomic Consultancy, WiEA board member, described the weekend as “completely phenomenal”.
She mentioned: “Seeing 70 wonderful folks come collectively, pushing their limits, supporting each other, and doing all of it with such spirit for Sarah and Breast Most cancers Now, was actually humbling. The Lake District undoubtedly examined us, however the vitality, the laughs, and the sheer willpower from everybody was unbelievable. This was greater than only a stroll; it was a strong celebration of group, resilience, and Sarah’s inspiring legacy.
“We’re so overwhelmed by the generosity of everybody who donated – £70,000 is past our wildest desires!”
The funds raised will instantly help Breast Most cancers Now’s pioneering analysis and important help companies for folks affected by breast most cancers. Breast most cancers is the commonest most cancers within the UK and one in seven ladies within the UK will develop breast most cancers of their
lifetime.
Each 10 minutes within the UK one lady is identified with breast most cancers, and one man is identified on daily basis. If nothing adjustments, this may rise to 1 lady each eight minutes by 2040.
Jade Bolton, group fundraiser at Breast Most cancers Now, commented: “We need to say an enormous thanks to Girls in Property Company for collaborating within the Lake District Extremely Problem to lift important funds for Breast Most cancers Now.
“Breast most cancers is the commonest most cancers within the UK, with round 55,000 ladies and 400 males identified yearly. The cash raised at this occasion will assist fund our pioneering analysis and life-changing help for folks affected by this devastating illness, which stays as necessary and pressing as ever.”
The problem culminated in a joyous celebration at Ambleside, the place finishers acquired medals, commemorative t-shirts, and well-deserved fizz, earlier than gathering at Kendal Rugby Membership for a celebratory meal and a night devoted to recognising their achievements and remembering Sarah Edmundson.
