January 15, 2021 - 822 views
A charity supporter who is celebrating her 40th birthday on Sunday, is attempting to do 2,000 burpees in two weeks to raise funds for St David’s Hospice.
Maria Nolan from Conwy is undertaking an intensive Burpee Challenge to help raise much needed funds.
Burpees are a type of high-intensity exercise, combining strength training and aerobic training into one. They are notoriously known as a gruelling, sweaty exercise.
The energetic fundraising efforts are Maria’s way to say thank you for the end-of-life care her mother-in-law Margaret received at the Hospice last October and to help continue to provide this crucial support for families who need it.
Maria Personal Trainer at Bodyfit by Maria said, “The care and support she and our family received from the team at the Llandudno hospice was amazing.
“The challenge is tough, but such a great cause and so many kind donations keeping me motivated. Everyone has been so generous and has already helped to raise nearly £300 on my fundraiser Facebook page, which is amazing!”
At the time of writing, Maria was on Day 5 of her birthday burpee challenge and had completed 500 so far.
This year it will cost over £5 million to run St David’s Hospice with just 9% of that figure coming from the Welsh Government and Local Health Board.
James Wilde, Conwy Area Fundraiser said, “Throughout the pandemic, St David’s Hospice is here for the community 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, providing specialist end of life care and support to local people at a very difficult time in their lives.
“We are so appreciative of Maria’s efforts. Every penny and pound raised supports the vital work of the Hospice. Thank you for making this possible.”
If you would like to support Maria Nolan fundraising and pledge a donation go to www.facebook.com/donate/400497297902424
