My Activity Tracking
530
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My target 1000 kms
I am raising money to support the children of Hands Across the Water because I believe that all children deserve to build a future full of possibilities, opportunities and dreams - a life of choice, not chance.
Hands Across the Water [Hands] started as a charity in response to the Boxing Day Tsunami. Now we support 350+ children living in 7 homes and projects across Thailand.
The kids who come to live in a Hands home are there because they have no choice. This is often the result of one of three heartbreaking situations:
- They have no known family to care for them
- They have a family member who is known to them, but is unable to care for them
- They are living in an unsafe environment and have been placed in our care by the police or government
Hands not only provides the life-saving necessities for the kids in our homes, they also support many families in an outreach program to help keep kids out of our homes.
Just as important as filling their bellies with healthy food and providing a safe bed to sleep in, with the support of amazing donors like you, the vision of Hands is to help these kids see the opportunities that lie before them, to see a life of choice.
My hope is that you will make the choice to join me in this experience and help me reach my personal fundraising goal. Please make a donation today to support these children and provide them with a better future.
Together we can truly make a difference - Donate now!
My Achievements
Updated Profile
Shared page
Received first donation
Reached 50% of Fundraising Goal
Reached 100% of Fundraising Goal
My Updates
15 weeks to go
Sunday 3rd Mar Recent weeks have unfolded in a whirlwind of work commitments, compounded by bushfires and storms reminiscent of tornadoes in our area, leaving little room for cycling. Yet, today marked a triumphant return to the saddle after a refreshing sleep, with an ambitious goal of 80 km that culminated in a 60 km ride against a robust headwind, which, in reality, felt even stronger. It's a rejuvenating feeling to cycle again, especially with just 15 weeks left until our big ride for Mary. The roads were pleasantly quiet, and it seems the local potholes are becoming less of an obstacle. Whether I'm walking or cycling (though I have a strong preference for the latter), I've committed to donating a dollar for every kilometre to the charity that holds my dedication. While I'm in search of major sponsors to support my training phase, I remain optimistic about their forthcoming participation. Additionally, I'm organizing a trivia night on Friday, May 10, as a fun fundraiser, hoping it garners significant attendance and boosts our charity contributions. Share
Hot day
Sunday 11th Feb The summer has finally arrived in Victoria and I was back on the bike early, completing a 81 km ride so far this month have cycles 157km
New Social Media page launch
Sunday 28th JanThank you to my Sponsors
$2.02k
Realtyassist
$1.09k
Crowders Real Estate
$500
Kate Ashton
$330.21
Real Estate Kate Training, January 313 Km
$250
Jessica Dart
Team name ‘Animal experts’
$174.07
Carolyn Wood
What a fantastic cause!! Best of luck! We will be cheering you on from afar!
$165.63
Real Estate Kate
FEBRUARY RIDING $1 per km
$165
Jasmin Ashton
So proud of you xx
$112.32
Driscoll Hm
Love your work Kate!
$105.50
Diane Heyen
$105.50
The Alchemic Way
Go Kate Go! Good on you for always changing the lives of others. Keep the pedals turning and the smile beaming! Lots of love Tanj and Matt
$101
T'n't
$90
Raffle Credit (as Of 31 March)
$52.75
Kim Mulrooney
Great job Kate
Great initiative and happy to support!