A Bedfordian is gearing up to cycle from London to Paris next June to raise vital funds for people affected by Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
Mike Pearce has been inspired to fundraise for the charity as his sister-in-law is one of the 150,000 people across the UK with the lifelong condition.
MS affects the brain, spinal cord and central nervous system, and the MS Society, which will benefit from Mike’s pedal-powered endeavours, supporting people living with the condition, while funding vital research.
As well as the cycle ride, Mike is organising a series of fundraising events within the local community, including a Lazy Sunday Afternoon at the Crown Inn in Little Staughton on Bank Holiday Sunday, 30 August from 3pm.
The day will feature a quiz, live music, food and a charity raffle featuring prizes generously donated by local businesses and supporters.
Speaking about the challenge, Mike said: “I’m excited to take on the London to Paris cycle challenge and raise as much money as possible for the MS Society.
“My sister-in-law lives with MS so this cause is very personal for me. The charity does incredible work supporting people affected by MS and funding research into the condition.
“I’m also grateful for the support of local businesses and community members who are helping make these fundraising events possible.”
Show your support
Mike is encouraging local businesses to show their support by donating raffle prizes and asking members of the public to get behind him by buying raffle tickets and sharing his fundraising links on social media.
“Every donation and raffle ticket purchased will help raise funds for the MS Society and increase awareness of the challenges faced by those living with MS,” said Mike.
For more information, to donate a raffle prize, or to support the fundraising effort, please contact Mike via email at mike.pearce0764@gmail.com or visit his fundraising page here.
