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Fundraising and community involvement also grew during
the year. Our Surrey Three Peaks Challenge brought
Drew’s story
together staff, people we support, families, friends and
sponsors for a two-day event focused on achievement,
Drew was keen to take part in the Surrey
inclusion and community spirit.
Three Peaks challenge but needed some
support to help him to prepare for the event
Day one comprised an accessible 5km route which enabled
people with physical health needs or limited mobility
to be involved. Day two offered participants the choice
of covering the full 37km Surrey Three Peaks route, or a
and to feel comfortable with the experience.
His team worked alongside him to prepare
in a way that reduced anxiety and gave him
choice and control over the day.
shorter 10km version. The event brought together over
60 people we support, staff members and supporters
A social story was created to help Drew
to exceed our fundraising target by raising £10,150 to
understand what to expect, and staff drove
support new opportunities, activities and equipment for
him from his Brighton to visit the location
the people we support.
with him beforehand. They also created a
treasure hunt around the start and finish
We continued to strengthen our external profile and public
engagement. Social media followers increased by 22%,
showing growing interest in our work and helping us reach
points so he could become familiar with the
route and know exactly where his car would
be if he wanted to return at any time.
wider audiences. This stronger digital presence supports
fundraising, recruitment, partnership development and
On the day of the walk, Drew was supported
public understanding of the people we support and the
by familiar staff who had been involved
work we do.
throughout the planning process. He
completed the accessible route alongside his
Together, these achievements show
how a creative approach helps
Active Prospects generate new
income, build partnerships, test new
ideas and create opportunities that
improve people’s lives.
dad, and proudly wore an Active Prospects
branded t-shirt.
With personalised support and careful
planning, Drew was able to approach the
event with confidence and take part in a way
that worked for him, showing how the right
support can help people lead aspiring lives.
Whether through fundraising challenges, creative
wellbeing activities, social prescribing, digital engagement
or new funding partnerships, we are continuing to develop
innovative and sustainable ways to support people to lead
full and aspiring lives.
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