Luke joins ECH fundraisers

March through March is the latest fundraising challenge announced by East Cheshire Hospice.

One of the organisers is Luke Hughes, the latest addition to the charity’s fundraisers.

March to March challenges supporters to cover 300,000 steps during March and raising a minimum £50 in the process.

Luke, a community and events assistant said: “March through March is for everyone, whether you’re a regular walker or just starting out. It’s your challenge and you can walk or run on your own, or team up with family and friends.”

“Supporters can do it in their own time at their own pace and every step counts towards raising funds to care for patients with life-limiting illnesses.”

March to March Is just one of a number of campaigns the fundraising team have lined up for 2024.

Luke continued: “We’ve a jam-packed programme of events. I’ve been at the Hospice for three months and love the fact it’s such a busy and varied role. That’s what I was looking for after completing my degree at the University of Leeds last year. I’m really happy here and have already seen that we serve such a close community.”

“I helped with the Christmas tree collection and couldn’t believe the numbers of volunteers who came together to support the Hospice cause.”

Luke is also co-ordinating Hospice fundraisers taking part in a Born Survivor event at Capesthorne Hall on Saturday, April 27.

The Open Gardens event, in which supporters invite the public to their home, is another project he is closely involved in. A bungee jump and a 5K run carrying inflatables are also planned with details announced soon.

To sign up for March through March visit the Hospice website.