Eastbourne Chamber skydive raises £10,345 for charity

A group of business professionals from the Eastbourne Chamber of Commerce took part in the 12,000ft jump on Saturday, July 4, in aid of the Children’s Respite Trust.

The skydive included Danni Drew, commercial account executive at Howden Eastbourne, Lisa Sanders from Ginger & Sanders Sales, Lettings & Block Management, Victoria Regan, trustee of the Children’s Respite Trust and partner at Loch Associates and Laura Mackenzie from Mango Insurance.

They were joined by seven colleagues from We are Ram Construction.

Together, the group raised a total of £10,345.

Ms Drew’s fundraising total was boosted by a £750 donation from Howden, bringing her individual total to £3,090.

She said: "What started as a pinky promise became the most terrifyingly amazing experience I’ve ever had.

"I was thrilled to take part alongside Vicky Regan, Lisa Sanders and Laura Mackenzie, and to do something completely out of my comfort zone for such a wonderful cause.

"The support from our local community has been phenomenal, and I can't thank everyone enough for helping us raise such an incredible amount.

"A special thank you also goes to my GoSkydive instructor, Meg, who was absolutely amazing and helped make the whole experience unforgettable."

The Children’s Respite Trust supports children aged two to 19 with physical and learning disabilities, providing respite care and activities that give families much-needed breaks.

The charity operates across Sussex and beyond.

Rachel Wood, fundraising manager at the Children’s Respite Trust, said: "We are incredibly grateful for the fantastic support shown by our local business community through our Summer Skydive campaign.

"Seeing so many businesses come together to support children with disabilities and their families has been truly inspiring.

"Together, they have raised a phenomenal amount that will make a real difference, helping us continue to provide the vital services that families rely on.

"We can't thank everyone enough for their generosity, enthusiasm and commitment."

The charity’s services include regular support at home, attending a regular activity, or a week in a private respite centre.