Kilimanjaro Climb January 2023

Jan 30, 2023

Kilimanjaro Climb January 2023

Kilimanjaro Climb January 2023

Philippa Payne

At the end of January 2023, a team of 21 explorers will set off from Arusha in Tanzania on a six day expedition to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in aid of three charitable causes: Mental Health, Cancer Research and Multiple Sclerosis. The team of Felicity and Michael Barnard, Steve Barrett, Alex Dempster, Richard and Philippa Ellis, Claire Fundrey, Elizabeth Gooch, David and Emily Kenton, Joanne Lake, Kerry Mills, Caitlin Moss, Alena Murrell, Nigel, Philippa, Adam, Emma and Coral Payne, Kevin and James Wardale will attempt to climb the mountain via the most scenic route but also a challenging route: the Lemosho Route.

Every team member is self-funding the climb in order that 100% of the money raised can go directly to the three charities. Unlike many others, Givewheel do not deduct any fees from the money you donate, any contributions to Givewheel from donors are entirely optional and Givewheel are unique in allowing a team to raise money across multiple charities.

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is not just about climbing a mountain: it is also about experiencing culture and landscape few will ever get to see. From the songs of the barefooted porters streaming past you along the trail carrying the tents and provisions, to the gentle evening farewells of “lala salama” (sleep peacefully) from the night watchmen as you snuggle down into your sleeping bag under the most intense starlit sky you will ever see, this adventure into another world enriches most who are brave enough to attempt it and instills an additional sense of purpose into the climb and the charitable causes.

At 5,895 meters (19,341 feet) Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and the tallest freestanding mountain in the world; it is one of the world's Seven Summits. The climb will test every member of the team, for most it will be the best things they've ever done whilst for some it will also be the hardest thing they've ever done. The explorers will trek through five different climatic zones Bushland (to 1,800m), Rainforest: (to 2,800m), Moorland: (to 4,000m), Alpine Desert: (to 5,000m) and Arctic: (to 5,895m). Along the way, the effective level of oxygen will fall from 21% (at sea level) to 9% at the summit. The climb requires hiking-ready fitness, determination and mental strength and most important of all, discipline to climb in a manner that allows the body to acclimatise to the significantly depleting oxygen environment.

The team are raising money for three incredible charities which have each had an impact on the lives of a team member or that of a family member: one of the team members who has recovered from throat cancer, a mother who has MS, parents who have died of cancer, a son who had testicular cancer, a sister with mental health challenges - these causes are deeply personal to the team members and every one of the team is extremely grateful that in what are difficult times, you have chosen to support us as we raise money for these causes. Thank you. Of the donations received, 20% is going to each of testicular cancer, throat cancer, breast cancer, multiple sclerosis and mental health.

Supporting

Cancer Research UK Logo
Cancer Research UK

Health | 1089464

60%

Cancer Research UK is the world's leading charity dedicated to research on the causes, treatment and prevention of cancer. Every donation helps to beat cancer.

Mind Logo
Mind

Health | 219830

20%

We're Mind, the mental health charity. We won't give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets support and respect.

MS Society Logo
MS Society

Health | 1139257

20%

We fund world-leading research, share the latest information and campaign for everyone's rights. Together we are a community and together we can stop MS.

Supporters 452

  • S

    2 years

    Steve and Claire Smith

    Well done on your climb! Best wishes and good luck, love from Steve and Claire Smith. X

    £ 20.00

    (+£5.00) Gift Aid
  • S

    2 years

    Suki Thompson

    Well done such a brilliant achievement - 💕💕

    £ 100.00

    (+£25.00) Gift Aid
  • A

    2 years

    Anonymous

    £ 75.00

  • M

    2 years

    MG

    Amazing Effort Everyone!! Not just the climb, but Steve B's (almost!) Dry January!!

    £ 100.00

    (+£25.00) Gift Aid
  • B

    2 years

    Ben Prince

    Great cause! Well done Pip & Richard.

    £ 20.00

  • A

    2 years

    Anonymous

    £ 100.00

  • A

    2 years

    Aidan Magee

    Great Cause , amazing effort Well done from all of the YCC & Linc Team

    £ 200.00

    (+£50.00) Gift Aid
  • A

    2 years

    Anonymous

    £ 10.00

    (+£2.50) Gift Aid
  • C

    2 years

    Cooper Paul Accountants

    Thank you to Philippa, Richard and the rest of the team for your wonderful and selfless efforts. Truly superb ...

    £ 100.00

  • A

    2 years

    Anonymous

    £ 20.00

    (+£5.00) Gift Aid
  • T

    2 years

    Tom K

    A fantastic achievement for a fantastic cause!

    £ 20.00

    (+£5.00) Gift Aid
  • G

    2 years

    George&Bunny

    Great challenge, great charities. Well done all. Pole,Pole. G+B XX

    £ 100.00

    (+£25.00) Gift Aid
  • A

    2 years, 1 month

    Amy and Brandon

    Well done guys! You’ve smashed it. Super proud xxx

    £ 10.00

  • T

    2 years, 1 month

    Tim Roberts

    Well done Joanne, Kevin & James

    £ 50.00

  • W

    2 years, 1 month

    Wharfedale Accountancy

    Well done Clan Wardale. That were reet proper ramble that were.

    £ 40.00

  • P

    2 years, 1 month

    Paul F

    Well done Emily and David, the will was there and a fantastic achievement for Emily and your charities

    £ 50.00

    (+£12.50) Gift Aid
  • A

    2 years, 1 month

    Anonymous

    £ 30.00

    (+£7.50) Gift Aid
  • C

    2 years, 1 month

    Caroline Killin

    Well done you!

    £ 30.00

    (+£7.50) Gift Aid
  • A

    2 years, 1 month

    Adam, Alex and Rory Roberts

    Wooo! Go Claire! Fantastic achievement 👏👏👏

    £ 20.00

    (+£5.00) Gift Aid
  • J

    2 years, 1 month

    John and Jennifer

    Fantastic achievement! Very well done all three of you !

    £ 20.00

    (+£5.00) Gift Aid
  • M

    2 years, 1 month

    Mark

    Well done Pip, Richard and team. Amazing achievement c

    £ 100.00

  • A

    2 years, 1 month

    Andy & Katie Digweed

    Smashed it guys!! Welldone. Altitude can do one!! Ha haaa. Big love xx

    £ 50.00

  • D

    2 years, 1 month

    David Murphy

    Well done, Enjoy.

    £ 50.00

    (+£12.50) Gift Aid
  • J

    2 years, 1 month

    James & Alison

    Congratulations on fantastic family achievement!

    £ 20.00

  • A

    2 years, 1 month

    Anonymous

    Well done to the Wardale/Lake trio. A fab achievement and a great cause xx

    xx.xx

114%

£28,423.45

+ £3,733.63 Gift Aid

£25,000 target | 452 supporters

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Charities Supporting

Cancer Research UK

60%

Mind

20%

MS Society

20%