Sam's Fundraiser for The Change Foundation

This May, I’m taking on the Three Peaks Challenge, climbing Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) within 24 hours to raise vital funds for The Change Foundation.

The Change Foundation uses sport to transform the lives of young people facing disadvantage, helping them build confidence, develop essential life skills, and take their first steps into meaningful careers. To date, they’ve supported over 250,000 young people globally, breaking cycles of inequality through their employability programmes. This challenge is part of their Challenge for Change series, marking their 45th year of campaigning for youth social mobility.

The Three Peaks challenge is a demanding test of endurance that involves climbing the highest mountains in Scotland, England and Wales in 24 hours. That's 26 miles (42km) of walking, over 3000m of ascent, three major summits, and very little sleep. It will push me physically and mentally, but supporting young people to build better futures makes every step worth it.

I’ve experienced first-hand how powerful sport and movement can be during difficult periods. Getting outside and pushing my limits has been an anchor for regaining clarity and resilience in the face of uncertainty, and taking on this challenge for me means championing access to the same sense of belief and opportunity that can change the course of a life.

I would massively appreciate any donations, no matter the size, and would be grateful if this page could be shared widely!

I’ll be regularly updating this page with progress as I endeavour to train for this immense challenge.