Fundraiser of the Month: Rachel Forbes
Thank you to Rachel who took on the Mongol 100 race to raise funds for Walking With The Wounded
In March, Rachel
took on one of her biggest challenges, the Mongol 100 race, in order to raise
money for Walking With The Wounded. Described by the race organisers as
‘perhaps the hardest thing you will ever take on’ we wanted to congratulate
Rachel on her amazing achievement.
The race itself
involved participants making their way, from north to south, across Lake
Khovsgol by any means: Foot, skate or bike. The lake is one of the 17 ancient
lakes in the world and contains the world’s purest fresh water. During winter,
the ice freezes over across the whole 100-mile stretch and makes the ultimate
adventure challenge course.
As a full time
working parent of 3 lively boys, she wanted to push herself beyond her limits
and do something extraordinary and decided to sign up to complete the race on
foot.
Having served
in the British Army for 19 years, a charity for veterans was one of her initial
thoughts. Finding more about what Walking With The Wounded do she felt that the
cause: supporting a pathway for vulnerable veterans to re-integrate back into
society and sustain their independence was perfect.
Successfully
completing the race, Rachel has raised an outstanding £5226 for Walking With
The Wounded - £2000 over her original target. A massive thank you to Rachel and
to all of her supporters.
Are you taking
on a challenge or thinking of raising money for us? Please email viveca@wwtw.org.uk