Walking the Extra Mile: Susanna's Hike for Education Equality

Susanna is passionate about making education accessible to everyone. She immediately saw the impact the Ignite Programme could have on disadvantaged young people coming to Southampton. She was Shocked at how much some of these young people were struggling, and how many dropped out, and knew that she wanted to play her part in supporting them through the Programme. 

"Seeing the Stress that young people are under, compounded terribly by COVID-19, I wondered: just how do they get through that without strong parental and/or financial support?"

Seeing the challenges her own daughter faced as she headed to university, Susanna wanted to find a way to support Ignite. Through taking on a sponsored event, she knew she would make a bigger impact for the Programme than by simply donating herself. She could spread the word about Ignite to her friends, family and colleagues, acting as an advocate for the Programme as well as raising money for the cause. 

A keen walker, Susanna took on the challenge of the Race to the King, a gruelling 53 mile hike across the South Downs from Arundel to Winchester. Despite tired legs, long days, and some typically damp British weather, she remained motivated by thoughts of the students that she knew she would be helping. 

Susanna's hard work paid off, as she raised an impressive £650 from over 30 donors! We are so proud to have people like Susanna as an ambassador and champion for our funds. 

 

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