Oakland International colleagues and friends are in training ahead of an epic three-day bike ride from Great Yarmouth to Warwick (27th to 29th June) to raise funds for children’s charity Molly Ollys.
The Oakland and Friends team is made up of members of the Oakland International family, including staff from the Bardon, Corby, and Redditch sites, as well as family members from Attwell Farm Park in Redditch and staff from Bakeaway in Corby. Together, they will join 30 cyclists in taking on this challenging charity ride.
Oakland International Supply Chain Director Lee Whiting said: “We are a group of 10 riders, and delighted to be part of a larger team, taking on the challenge of cycling from Great Yarmouth to Warwick to support Molly Olly’s Wishes, a charity dedicated to bringing comfort and memories to children facing life-threatening illnesses. Each donation will help fund wishes, creating special moments of happiness for families in the UK who need it most.
“Having supported for the past number of years it’s an incredibly hard challenge, so between now and then we have a lot of training to ensure we’re fully up to speed!”
Molly Ollys supports children with life-threatening illnesses and their families helping with their emotional wellbeing. They fulfil wishes by providing gifts to individual children, donating their therapeutic toy ‘Olly The Brave’ and his story books, donating and supporting bespoke projects such as funding a Paediatric Palliative Care Consultant and by furnishing the Magnolia House palliative care facility at Birmingham Children’s Hospital, and so much more.
Every wish Molly Ollys grants costs around £500 and to date the charity has helped over 19,500 children, granted more than 4,300 wishes, provided over 20,000 Olly The Brave and books to more than 70 hospitals in support of children living with a life-threatening illness in the UK.
Family member Samuel Attwell and Molly Ollys Ambassador: “Every mile we ride will bring us closer to granting a child’s wish, whether it’s a dream gift, a memorable day out, or something simple that brings a much-needed smile.
“By supporting our ride, you’re not just helping us reach our goal; you’re helping to make these children’s wishes come true. Together, we can bring hope, happiness, and unforgettable memories to those who need it most.”
To donate and support team ‘Oakland and Friends’ please visit: https://www.justgiving.com/page/oakland-and-friends-5