Great Ethiopian Run
So Why The Great Ethiopian Run?
The Ethiopia Link:
W.A.R & IHA-UDP
Firstly, we have good friends in Addis Ababa: two of our international partners are based there. Secondly, since the Great Ethiopian Run is a large and prestigious event, it seemed that this would be a unique opportunity for those who would consider running for sponsorship anyway.
A New Way of Fundraising:
It’s quite common to get sponsored on behalf of a favourite charity if you’re running the marathon or a local run, but what if you could actually visit in person the people who will benefit from the money you raise?
We’re providing an incredible opportunity: firstly of being able to witness firsthand the difference your fundraising will make, and secondly of visiting a beautiful country of contrasts, and perhaps experience the continent of Africa for the first time.
To Raise Cash:
Of course, we'd hope that our team of runners would raise a decent sum of money for our Ethiopian projects which would go towards developing IHA-UDP’s Education Sponsorship & Special Needs programmes, and Women At Risk’s HIV/AIDS training & care programmes.
What would it involve?
The programme is typically a week long, combining orientation, sightseeing, the run itself, some R&R, and visits to the projects our partners are running.
If you’re interested in joining a team of runners or helping with fundraising, email us or make a donation here.
