Fundraising heroes

We are incredibly grateful for all our fundraising heroes who choose to raise money for Carr Gomm. They play an essential role in helping to continue our effects to stomp out isolation and loneliness and support communities throughout Scotland.

Our Fundraising Heroes have raised money by taking on a range of challenges, from taking part in the Kiltwalk, hosting a fundraising event and even concurring Kilimanjaro!  

Read our Fundraising Heroes stories, click the links below:

 

 

Andrew

Andrew's Fundraising Story

21st February 2023 marks 10 years to the day since Team Carr Gomm tackled Africa’s highest peak. Andrew Thompson, Senior Operations Manager for Carr Gomm, reflects on his adventure conquering Mount Kilimanjaro. Exhausted. Hungry. Cold. But absolutely exhilarated, overjoyed, and full of wonder. I was dancing on the roof of Africa – the summit of […]

Helena

Helena's Fundraising Story

In 2019, Carr Gomm did its Team Carr Gomm “Stomp Out Loneliness” Campaign. I decided to play my part. The aim was to do a virtual tour of Scotland using whatever means you liked, and most importantly, doing it with other people so as to break down social isolation and loneliness whilst raising money for […]

Fundraising to bring people together in Glasgow South

Fundraising to bring people together in Glasgow South

People supported in Glasgow South have been putting on their trainers and casting their line as they take part in the walking and fishing groups set up and fundraised by the Glasgow South Service. These groups are the inspiration of Support Practitioner and Involvement Champion, Jackie Frew. “When I joined the Involvement Group, I heard […]

Alex...a fundraising hero

Alex...a fundraising hero

Meet Alex. She walked 178 miles, cycled 268 miles, rowed 20 miles, and surfed 12 miles.. all for us.

Kiltwalk fundraising success

Kiltwalk fundraising success

Jessie & Blaire have completed their tartan-themed fundraising adventure.

Are you a fundraising hero? Let us know at stories@carrgomm.org