Scaffolding Specialists run 50 miles to Northampton for a children's charity
The two men start the ultra marathon in Birmingham
Two men from Midland Scaffolding Services are taking on an ultra-marathon today in a bid to raise thousands of pounds to help disabled children.
Contracts Director Ben Ekins and Estimator Jordan Harrison were inspired to help after their colleague Gary Rouse’s daughter Poppy was born with Down’s syndrome, TOF and a serious heart condition.
A number of local businesses have supported the campaign by donating prizes for a charity raffle.
Their is also a family fun day for the team and their families to welcome Ben and Jordan across the finish line at the end of the day as the run 50 miles from Birmingham to Northampton.
Ben said: “We’re hoping to raise £20,000, however if we can beat that target it would be amazing. We chose the charity because it helps so many families and as Poppy progresses through her life the charity will be there to help with whatever she needs."
Jordan said: “This cause is so close to our hearts because Gary has served with us for so long and being a new father myself it very much resonates with me. We’ve got to finish this for Poppy – there’s a little girl we need to help fund money for so she and her family can have as good a life as possible in the future.”
The money raise is going to Caudwell Children Charity who transform the lives of disabled children across the UK. They act as a safety net for families who are unable to gain the help they need and provide family support services, equipment, treatment and therapies for disabled children and their families.
You can support Ben & Jordan with their Ultra Marathon here.