The Great Western Air Ambulance Charity (GWAAC) is looking for individuals to raise funds for its cause while taking part in a team building activity at the same time.
The initiative, called Team 1200, is encouraging staff from local businesses to raise £1,200 by taking part in a challenge or fundraising activity alongside their colleagues. The charity is one of the local providers of an air ambulance service for the 2.1m people of Bristol, Bath and the surrounding counties, plus Gloucestershire and parts of Wiltshire.
The charity does not receive Government or National Lottery funding to pay for the helicopter, and they rely on donations and the support of the people of the region to keep their air ambulance flying.
Raising £1,200 would cover the cost of two missions undertaken by the charity’s helicopter, potentially saving two lives, and it is also the average cost of a week’s worth of fuel that would enable the helicopter to respond to approximately 20 callouts.
John Christensen, Chief Executive of GWAAC said: “Taking part in a charity event can be rewarding, fun and an excellent team building opportunity.
“Additionally, participation in our Team 1200 challenge would see your company automatically entered into a draw where there are a range of fantastic prizes to be won.”
“I would encourage local businesses who are considering taking part in a team building activity, or who are interested in supporting a charity, to sign up to Team 1200 and support our cause as you never know when you might require the help of our service.”
The charity’s fundraising team will be on hand to assist businesses with their fundraising endeavours, and a pack containing fundraising ideas and GWAAC branded materials will be provided. To find out more about Team 1200 and to take part, please contact Tianna Cowan by emailing [email protected] or call 0117 9699344.
