You don’t should stroll 500 miles to lift funds for Mary’s Meals this summer season
The Proclaimers famously sang about strolling 500 miles – and now the musical brothers are asking individuals in West Lothian to tackle their very own strolling problem to assist Mary’s Meals feed hungry youngsters.
The Scottish duo is asking for residents to participate within the charity’s Transfer for Meals marketing campaign, which inspires individuals to lift sponsorship whereas getting lively.
Mary’s Meals serves nutritious college meals in a number of the world’s poorest nations.
The promise of meal attracts hungry youngsters to the classroom, giving them the power to study and hope for a brighter future.
The Proclaimers – Craig and Charlie Reid – have supported Mary’s Meals for a number of years.
Craig stated: “Summer time is right here, and there’s by no means been a greater time to get your strolling footwear on and lift cash for this nice charity.
“It prices simply £15.90 to feed a hungry little one with Mary’s Meals for a complete college yr – so a bit of sponsorship could make a giant distinction.”
Charlie added: “We’re not asking you to stroll 500 miles, or 500 extra… With Mary’s Meals, only a small variety of steps will help to feed hungry youngsters the world over.”
Mary’s Meals reaches 2,279,941 youngsters each college day in 20 nations, together with Ethiopia, Syria and Haiti.
Dan McNally, head of grassroots engagement at Mary’s Meals, says: “We serve Mary’s Meals on this planet’s poorest, and sometimes most tough, areas as a result of we all know that’s the place youngsters want us probably the most.
“At this time, we face a few of our biggest challenges but in a world devastated by battle, meals insecurity and the price of residing disaster.
"It's simple to really feel hopeless when confronted with a lot struggling. However each single factor that individuals do for our mission makes an unlimited distinction to the kids who eat Mary’s Meals.”
To seek out out extra, please go to marysmeals.org.uk/move-for-meals
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