AzuKo, like so many charities across the UK, has been hugely impacted by the cancellation of thousands of fundraising events due to COVID-19. In response, the organisers of the biggest mass participation sports events across the country have come together to create a new campaign to save the UK’s charities – The 2.6 Challenge.
AzuKo is protecting families living in abject poverty in Bangladesh during this crisis, and we reached out to supporters for help. You answered our call.
Team 26x26, with 26 members (23 people + 3 dogs from Hong Kong to Bangladesh, Italy, UK and USA) set themselves a target to walk/run/cycle every day from Sunday 19th April to reach 26 marathons distance (1097.17km) by Sunday 26th April.
“We are so lucky compared to many and anything we can do to raise funds to support those who need our help and also support the wonderful work undertaken by charities such as AzuKo, we will.”
Not only did they reach their target - they smashed right through it, clocking up 30.7 marathons for AzuKo. Their spectacular efforts raised £3,104. These funds will deliver vital hygiene supplies to families in need, train local leaders in good hygiene, share virus prevention information and provide PPE for our frontline staff and volunteers.
Check out their inspiring (and gruelling!) journey on Facebook, and sponsor Team 26x26.