Sharon Bridgman
Sharon and Tim's around the world cycling adventure
Fundraising for ShelterBox
Story
Thank you for taking the time to visit our JustGiving page in aid of ShelterBox.
On the 4th of June 2012 Sharon and I set off from the North Cape of Norway to cycle unsupported and self funded around the world. We rode through Scandinavia, Eastern Europe and East Africa to Capetown in South Africa, passing through 23 countries and covering 15,939 miles. We then headed to Ushuaia in the Southern tip of Argentina and rode north passing between Chile and Argentina before reaching Bolivia which at this point covered just under 21,000 miles, climbing over 284,000 metres through 26 countries.
On the 26th of April 2014 in a remote area in south west Bolivia, Sharon was hit by a 4x4 and was killed instantly. Having such a love for life and everyone she met it is hard to believe she is gone. Having the desire to help a charity as important as ShelterBox meant so much to Sharon and I and we are so grateful to all of your generous donations.
However hard it is to come to terms with her loss, knowing your gift could allow someone else the chance to survive from the events in life none of us have control over, makes a difference.
Thank you Tim xxxx
During our trip we’re raising awareness and money for ShelterBox which is based in Helston, Cornwall in the UK. We have chosen them not only because they are based locally but they help people all around the world who have their lives and homes taken away by natural disasters or conflict. We went to visit them in their UK base and were really impressed with the work that they do and the speed in which they respond. Their vision is of a world where everyone affected by disaster has access to the shelter and basic equipment they need to survive and live in dignity and safety.
Our blog address is http://north2northcycletour.wordpress.com
Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving – they’ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they’ll send your money directly to ShelterBox and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it’s the most efficient way to donate - I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.