Thursday, August 20, 2009
Roll down Devil's Dyke for charity
Kiya Survivors, a UK-registered charity which helps children with special needs in Peru, has partnered with ‘orbing’ specialist Orb360, to launch their first fundraising event: The Big Roll at the Devil’s Dyke in Brighton. Participants will roll down the Dyke at speeds of 30mph in a giant, cushioned ball.With the Orb-run being the longest in the country at half a mile long, and the stunning location overlooking Brighton and the South Downs, this is a once in a lifetime, feel-good experience.
All money raised from the event will go directly to the educational centres in Peru that Kiya Survivors builds and supports for special-needs, abused and abandoned children. The educational centres are vital to Kiya’s work and urgently need funds to continue running.
Suzy Butler, the Founder of Kiya Survivors, says:
“In the UK children with special needs are recognised as such and there are systems in place to give them adequate support. In Peru, there is very little understanding of children with these needs and what they require, and so they are often ignored or abused. By giving them a proper education and the love and support they deserve, Kiya Survivors is able to offer these children a bright and positive future.”
‘Rollers’ need to raise just a minimum of £100 each in sponsorship to take part on the day. Participants can then roll for free, have a unique day out and raise money for a very worthy cause. Water lovers can choose the Aqua-Orbs, where two people and 50 litres of splashing water roll down the Aqua-slide.
The iconic Orb-Shack provides shade and music where you can enjoy a drink and some food, and take in the view while watching friends spin down the Dyke.
The Big Roll takes place on Saturday September 5 from 12.00-4.00pm. The minimum height is 1.5 metres and maximum weight is 15.5 stone to participate.
To sign up or for more information contact Pip Emmott at Kiya Survivors on 01273 721092 or e-mail: pip@kiyasurvivors.org
For more information on Kiya Survivors view:
www.kiyasurvivors.org
