Young learners conquer festive fundraiser

Bearded Fisherman

Learners and staff at the Young People’s Learning Provision (YPLP) in Lincoln have raised over £700 for a local charity.

The team have been taking part in sponsored activities, aiming to complete five marathons in five days through running/walking, biking, rowing and burpees.

In total, the team completed:

  • 52.4 miles by bike
  • 63 miles running/walking
  • 31 miles rowing
  • 2620 burpees

They also held a raffle and cake sale, and overall raised £729.85. The money has been donated to The Bearded Fisherman, a local charity supporting mental health awareness and suicide prevention.

Kellie- Marie Bryan, from YPLP Lincoln, said: "The learners absolutely loved taking part in the challenges and went well beyond their targets.

"And it was brilliant that we were able to raise so much money for such a worthy cause in the process. It's definitely got us all in the Christmas spirit!"

The Bearded Fisherman said: "Our call centre is our main focus at the moment (especially due to the pandemic) - improving the system, training staff and increasing its capacity to meet demand – every penny helps towards this and we can't thank you enough for the fundraising you’ve done for us, and the publicity of getting our name out there."

Published: 17th December 2020