As part of our 25th-anniversary fundraising campaign, Kerrie is taking on 25 challenges over the next eight months, with the hope of inspiring others to get involved, take on challenges of their own and help make a difference.

She’ll be supporting two charities, Sasha’s Project and f⁶it, each doing important work to support people in our communities:

f6it helps disabled children and young people enjoy sport, fitness and recreational activities alongside their families and friends. Through accessible, inclusive clubs, fitness sessions and leisure activities, the charity works to break down barriers, reduce isolation and support physical and mental wellbeing. Just as importantly, it helps young people build confidence and friendships, while helping families feel more connected and less alone.

Sasha’s Project was established in memory of Sasha, a local young woman from Fleet who died by suicide at just 20 years old. Her family believe that having somewhere safe to turn when she was struggling with her mental health, particularly during the night, could have made a real difference. The charity aims to help fill this gap in support for young people experiencing a mental health crisis around the Hampshire and Surrey borders. While working towards its long-term ambition of opening a 24-hour crisis house with facilities for overnight stays, Sasha’s Project currently runs a drop-in centre, offering a place for people to seek support.

With 25 challenges planned across eight months, there’ll be plenty to follow! We’ll be sharing updates as Kerrie works her way through the challenges, celebrating her progress and sharing the moments along the way.

Every challenge is an opportunity to raise awareness and support the work of Sasha’s Project and f⁶it. We can’t wait to see what Kerrie takes on first! If you’d like to support Sasha’s Project and f⁶it as Kerrie takes on her 25 challenges, you can find out more and donate using the button below.