Couple Raises Over £38,000 for Children's Hospice in Memory of Their Son
Parents raise £38k for children's hospice after 100km challenge in memory of baby son
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Lynsey and Patrick Lewsey raised over £38,000 for Chestnut Tree House, a children's hospice, by completing the 100km London to Brighton Ultra Challenge. Their campaign, Raising for Raif, honors their son Raif, who passed away at 13 months due to a rare genetic condition.
- 01The Lewsey family aimed to raise £32,000 but exceeded £38,000 for Chestnut Tree House, with donations still coming in.
- 02Raif suffered from COL4A1, a rare genetic condition, and received care from the hospice starting at eight months old.
- 03The couple faced significant physical challenges during the Ultra Challenge, especially due to the heat, but were motivated by Raif's strength.
- 04The event drew approximately 1,500 participants, raising over £750,000 for various charities in total.
- 05Their efforts ensure that Raif's memory continues to support other families dealing with life-limiting illnesses.
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Lynsey and Patrick Lewsey, who lost their son Raif to a rare genetic condition, raised over £38,000 for Chestnut Tree House, a children's hospice, by completing the 100km London to Brighton Ultra Challenge. Their fundraising campaign, titled Raising for Raif, initially aimed for £32,000 but surpassed expectations with ongoing donations. Raif, who suffered from COL4A1, spent much of his short life in hospital, receiving care from the hospice that allowed the family to create cherished memories together. During the challenge, the couple faced intense physical demands, particularly from the heat, but drew strength from Raif's courageous spirit. Their journey not only represents a remarkable personal achievement but also ensures that Raif's legacy will support other families in need. Participants in the Ultra Challenge collectively raised over £750,000 for charity, highlighting the event's impact on various causes.
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The fundraising efforts will directly support the operations of Chestnut Tree House, benefiting children with life-limiting illnesses and their families.
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