DERWEN College Charity is counting down to its third annual 24-hour Spinathon, which raises funds to create additional experiences to enhance wellbeing for people with SEND.
Derwen Charity – a charity which benefits young adults with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) at Derwen College – is set for the event, which will take place from Friday, February 2 at 10am until the following day, February 3 at 10am.
The Spinathon sees students and staff from the specialist further education college, in Gobowen, take part in the gruelling spin session.
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Derwen Charity fundraiser and events coordinator Megan Charman is urging the local community to back the challenge and lend their support to the vital local charity.
She said: “This is the third Derwen Charity Spinathon, and we want to make it our biggest yet.
“Previously, students and families have kindly invested time, energy and money in this event.
“I’ve been told that it’s an event which brings everyone together with a shared goal.
“To say there has been blood, sweat and tears is no exaggeration.”
Money raised will be used to support people with SEND (both students and long-term resident clients) to enjoy extra experiences and opportunities to enhance their wellbeing.
Originally launched by sports coordinators Steve Evans and Sian Thomas, the Spinathon sees fundraisers pedal for 24 hours.
This year, Steve will be pedalling for the full 24 hours, while Sian will be running themed spin classes at intervals through the day and night.
They are joined on the journey by students, staff and supporters who all pledge to raise money through their own individual challenges, whether that be 30 minutes or the full 24-hour shift.
Megan added: ““The entire event will be live streamed, and there’s entertainment through the night, including ABBA, country, musicals and 90s themed music.
“We’d love to hear from anyone who wants to be involved in the challenge or could support in any way with live entertainment.”
Fundraisers are asked to donate or raise sponsorship of £10 per hour for the challenge.
Upcoming Derwen Charity events for 2024 also include a 10k fun run and walk on Saturday, March 23, and Derwen Fete weekend from Saturday, May 25, until Sunday, May 26.
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