Stagecoach Yorkshire Drivers Smash Fundraising Targets for Charity

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A trio of drivers from Stagecoach Yorkshire, Martin Exley, Steven Renshaw, and Joann Calvert, took on a challenging 10-kilometer run in Barnsley to raise money for various charities. They smashed their individual fundraising targets, with Steven raising £300 for Age UK, Martin raising £237 for the same charity, and Joann raising £400 to be shared between Barnsley Hospice and the Alzheimer's Society. This remarkable achievement highlights the drivers' dedication to supporting their local communities and the importance of physical activity in achieving personal goals.

Key Takeaways:

  • The drivers' fundraising efforts supported various charities, including Age UK, Barnsley Hospice, and the Alzheimer's Society.
  • Steven Renshaw raised £300 for Age UK, while Martin Exley raised £237 for the same charity.
  • Joann Calvert raised £400 to be split between Barnsley Hospice and the Alzheimer's Society.
  • The drivers trained for the 10-kilometer run through a wellness program, "Wellness Wednesdays," which aimed to help participants get fitter and slimmer.
  • The wellness program, led by Joann Calvert and Cheryl Green at Stagecoach Yorkshire, had over 25 participants who collectively lost 38 stone.
  • The program included a certificate and healthy snacks for participants who achieved half-stone weight loss milestones.
  • Martin Exley participated in the run to prove to himself that his hard work in weight loss and fitness was worth it, while Steven Renshaw did it to regain the competitive side of fitness and for mental health and wellbeing.

Statistics:

  • The drivers collectively raised over £837 for charity.
  • The wellness program had over 25 participants who lost 38 stone collectively.
  • 100% of the drivers met their fundraising targets.

Sources:

* imagestore.jpimedia.uk (image credit)

  • stagescoachbus.com/promos-and-offers/national/stagecoachbusapp (Stagecoach Bus App)
  • ageuk.org.uk (Age UK)
  • barnsleyhospice.org (Barnsley Hospice)
  • alzheimers.org.uk (Alzheimer's Society)