Huge thanks and well done to cyclists from iCrossing and BrightLocal who raised over £1,900 in support of our work.
Bronwyn, Sophie, Natasha, Ben, Sam, Peter and Jon braved uncertain weather and 55 miles to take on the Skyline London to Brighton Cycle Ride in September. They were supported by their employers iCrossing and BrightLocal, already valued Partners for Change of YMCA DownsLink Group.
The riders came with varying levels of experience but the same determination and drive to challenge themselves to help make a difference in the lives of young people in the community.
Cycle challenge veteran Jon from iCrossing said: “Fundraising gave a whole new dimension to the experience.”
Mark and Lina from the Fundraising team joined iCrossing People Manager Emily Wilson at the finish line on Brighton seafront to join the buzzing crowds cheering on the riders as they raced down Ditchling Beacon into town.
“Such an amazing day, thank you so much for the opportunity and for coming out in the pouring rain! I definitely will do it again”
Bronwyn, BrightLocal, who is now a cycling convert.
Some gathered in a local pub to toast their success and chat about what it meant to work in partnership with YMCA DownsLink Group to help children and young people build a brighter future.
Our Partners for Change do so much more than financial support. They volunteer at our supported housing to help with gardening or maintenance, offer work experience to our young people, give equipment for our projects or raise valuable funds. We are most grateful to our corporate partners for the many ways they help us provide life-changing services at a time when it’s more needed than ever.
To everyone who rode, cheered, donated, and supported – thank you.
