A group of 17 Dougie Mac staff and volunteers are taking on a sky-high fundraising challenge to raise money for the charity.
The colleagues, who work within different areas of the good cause, will jump from a plane at 10,000 feet as they complete a tandem skydive later this month.
They will join 23 brave supporters also raising money for their local hospice and together they have already collected more than £26,000 for Dougie Mac.
The fundraiser at Tilstock Airfield, in Whitchurch, Shropshire, is scheduled to take place on 16 May.
Gemma Scarratt, Retail Property Manager at Stoke-on-Trent-based Dougie Mac, said: “I’m absolutely terrified of flying so I decided to take on this challenge to help conquer my fears. I know that I’ll be completely petrified on the day, and I’m sure there will be some tears, but I’m determined to do it to raise money for Dougie Mac.
“I’ve worked here for more than eight years and I’m really proud to work for an organisation that makes such a difference to local families. Dougie Mac relies heavily on the support of the local community and we regularly hear of the fantastic lengths people go to raise money, so I’m proud that I can take part in this challenge to support the hospice myself.”
Deborah Vickers, Head of Business and Community Fundraising, added: “Our skydivers are all super brave. Some are more scared than others, but it’s a once in a lifetime opportunity and I know from personal experience that they’ll have an amazing time.
“Many of our skydivers are raising money in memory of someone who has been cared for by Dougie Mac so it’s a very personal and significant challenge for them.
“It’s also inspiring to see so many colleagues taking part and it shows just how much they care about the work we do. We’re so grateful to every one of our skydivers and I’d like to say a big thank you and wish them all lots of luck.”
Dougie Mac provides specialist palliative care for adults, young adults and children across North Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent who face cancer and other life-limiting illnesses.
Anyone who would like to sponsor the group can do so here.
- Spaces are still available for another Dougie Mac skydive event taking place on Saturday, 7 September. To find out more, or book a place, click here.
