Charity takes on Malvern challenge to provide disabled children with vital equipment

Two of Newlife, the Charity for Disabled Children 's own staff put their best foot forward to undertake the Malvern 's End to End challenge, raising around £600 between them to help provide essential specialist disability equipment for children.

The guided walk organised by Blue Sky Adventures took place on Sunday, May 14, saw Newlife 's digital marketing manager, Sarah Chattwood and friend Katie McDonald joining Newlife 's lead graphic designer, Jennifer Mottram, on the hike which took in 9 miles / 14.6km of breath-taking views across Worcestershire and Hereford.

Newlife, which has its headquarters in Hemlock Way, Cannock, is the largest charity provider of essential disability equipment in the UK - and provided 2,581 pieces of specialist equipment, equipment loans and sensory toy loans to children throughout 2022. It is also the chosen charity of the Cannock Chase Chamber of Commerce for the current year.

Sarah said: “It was a hot day which made it a bit more challenging, and it was steeper in parts than anticipated, but Newlife is a great cause to raise money for and it really spurred us on and kept us motivated.

“Working for Newlife we know how important it is for disabled children to receive the equipment they need - and the money we have raised so far will mean that a child can now receive a piece of equipment such as a specialist car seat or buggy that meets their needs, so they can go travel to school, attend vital medical appointments and enjoy those family days out that make childhood so special.

Jennifer added: “It was a great day and we all enjoyed it. We want to thank everyone who has donated so far - we have received so much support and encouragement. It 's a great feeling to be able to help disabled children and their families receive the specialist equipment and support they need. ”

Raising money for Newlife couldn 't be easier - and there are many ways to get involved.

There are a wide range of challenges people can sign up to ranging from the Cannock Chase Half Marathon in October or the Alton Towers 5k, 10k or Half marathon in November to the Swim Your Way challenge, which is taking place now, all the way to October. Visit the events page to discover more.

You can also choose to arrange your own fundraiser, whether this is donating the proceeds from a pub quiz, coffee morning or something more physical such as a sailing challenge, abseiling, or a motoring challenge.

Whatever you decide, Newlife 's fundraising team or on hand to support you. Just contact the team on 01543 468 888 or at [email protected] for more information.

To donate please visit Sarah and Katie 's page, or Jennifer 's JustGiving page.

Pictured: Jennifer, Katie and Sarah.