Fundraising!
At First Chance Nepal we are always looking for willing people to run fundraising events. Over the past year some of First Chance Nepal's dedicated committee and supporters have tested themselves in the name of charity.
If you are interested in challenging yourself with a mammoth cycle, swim or run, or perhaps you would prefer to organise a fundraising dinner then please get in touch.
If you are interested in challenging yourself with a mammoth cycle, swim or run, or perhaps you would prefer to organise a fundraising dinner then please get in touch.
Bristol Art for Nepal
Dave Harradine organised an incredible Art Auction in Bristol on the 12th December. He had some incredible pieces of art donated to help raise money for First Chance Nepal. The auction raised over a whopping £3,500! A massive Thank You to Dave and everyone who donated art and participated in the auction! |
Joe Waite Runs 50km Kathmandu Ultra-Marathon
Joe, having never run a marathon before daringly signed up to run The North Face 50km Kathmandu Ultra-Marathon! The trail run reached an altitude of 2750m with an elevation change of 3920m... it was a marathon like no other! Joe completed the race in 7th place in an amazing 6hours 18 minutes and raised over £800 for First Chance Nepal! Well Done Joe!! |
Bradford Women Singers and She Choir Manchester
The Bradford Women Singers and the She Choir Manchester performed in Hebden Bridge for First Chance Nepal on the 14th November 2015. It was an incredible evening with outstanding thought provoking, moving and spirit lifting performances. There was also a marvellous spread of drinks and cakes served during the interval. The tickets, drinks, cakes and extra donations raised £1,189.23! Our own Heather Wearing also sold a brilliant selection of her own handmade knitted hats and snoods, raising £150.00! First Chance Nepal would like to say a MASSIVE thank you to all involved in the evening which raised an incredible total of £1,339.23!! Well Done and Thank You!! |
Steve and Holly Barwick Complete Coniston 10k Run
Steve dusted off his running shoes to complete the Coniston 10K run to raise over £560 for First Chance Nepal. Holly, unable to resist joined him for support. The trail involved a 4km climb into the mountains with a beautiful view of the mist covered lake. It was tough underfoot and Steve did brilliant to finish the race in a good time with very little training and carrying an injury! Steve completed the race in 1 hour 28 minutes and Holly in 1 hour. A Big Well Done and Thank You to Steve and Holly! |
Diane Park walked a staggering 500 miles for Nepal
Diane walked 500 miles in just 50 days and raise over £600 for First Chance Nepal! Walking from the 1st June 2015 to the 19th July 2015 Diane battled on with blistered feet and a nasty encounter with a couple of dogs! A Big Well Done and Thank You Diane! |
Newburgh Fair and Car Boot Sale
Martin and Eileen Waite raised £179 for First Chance Nepal at Newburgh Fair on 20th June 2015. They had a tombola stall with gift items donated by friends and family and also sold home made cakes. Martin attracted lots of attention wearing his son’s traditional Nepalese suit. Eileen Waite also held a Car Boot Sale on the 10th May 2015 which raised £127. Thank you to Eileen's generous friends who donated items to sell. Thank you Martin and Eileen! |
Dave & Martha’s Wedding
7th March 2015 Dave and Martha, the perfect couple, selflessly opted for donations to First Chance Nepal rather than wedding presents which raised hundreds of pounds. These kind donations have been essential in allowing the construction of the new roof at Khangendra to get underway before the next monsoon season. Thank you Dave and Martha! |