Newsletter – July/August
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An opportunity has arisen within the Headquarters of The Parachute Regiment for a Regimental Charity Administrator.
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What’s been happening…
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Megavalanche and Cake SaleThe Parachute Regiment Megavalanche Team are heading to Alpe D’huez in the French Alps to take part in Megavalanche 2016. Show your support at: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/JAMES-DUNCAN15. James said “To push yourself so hard against the other competitors and the mountain itself wearing a jersey with The Parachute Regiment written on it, knowing that everyone’s watching you and cheering you on is a really special feeling”. The team are very proud to be able to help fund raise for the Support our Paras this year and wish to thank everyone that’s donated so far. As part of their fundraising efforts the team have been selling delicious cakes for the charity, raising a fantastic £292.29! If you would like to do a cake sale for us, get in touch at secretary@supportourparas.org and we can provide you with collection tins. CSARNThe City Security and Resilience Network and Square Mile Salute joined forces to create the CSARN Salute. This was an evening of good food, company, entertainment and fun! The event took place on 30 June in aid of 4 charities including Support Our Paras. A big thank you to all those who helped to organise the event and everyone who attended to make the event a big success. |
Louis Smit’s Commemorative Parachute JumpIn a world first for an amputee, Injured Veteran, Louis Smit, who served with 2 PARA from 2003 – 2013, completed a commemorative parachute jump over Normandy from a WW2 Dakota to commemorate the 1944 D-Day Landings. Louis said “Support Our Paras have been very supportive in my recovery since I was injured on patrol in Afghanistan in 2011”. “I decided to raise funds by doing a Military round parachute static line jump out of a Dakota on 6 June 2016 “. The jump was highly successful and so far Louis has raised £2,256 including GiftAid. His fundraising page is still open so please to read more about his story and to give generously: http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/Louis_smit
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The Trinity BallJohn Mason held a black tie Trinity Ball in support of 3 charities: SUPPORT OUR PARAS, Hire a Hero and Churchill Lines Charitable Fund. The evening began with champagne reception and dinner and ended with dancing to a live band. A silent auction and live auction took place with some superb and unique items. A big thank you to John and his wife for their organisation and hospitality and to all those who attended and donated. Team Soldier, SoldierAndrew and Paul continue taking on amazing challenges to raise money for 3 charities including Support Our Paras. Serving Paratrooper Andy has even thrown in a few individual challenges of his own, including tabbing up the highest peak in the Pentlands with a 20kg bergen, boots and a log designed to be carried by 6 men. Follow their story on our Facebook page @paracharity and visit: |
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The Household Division V The Parachute Regiment BoxingEnjoy a very special evening held to benefit the charities of the Household Division and The Parachute Regiment, presented by St James’s Place Wealth Management. This inaugural boxing match between the Household Division and The Parachute Regiment will be a black-tie evening hosted by Master of Ceremonies John McDonald of Sky TV. The evening will start at 1900 hrs and include:
Tables for 10 are available as follows: Standard Table – £2000 Individual places are available on standard tables for £200. To reserve your table, please contact info@hdivparaboxing.org All proceeds will go to support our soldiers and families.
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Red Devils Tandem JumpsIf you want to experience the opportunity of a lifetime by taking part in a tandem sky dive with the best in the business, make sure you visit: http://supportourparas.org/red-devils-tandem-sky-dives/ to find out how you can jump for us! We have places reserved on: Tuesday 02 August Don’t miss out! Raise money by doing something differentDo you want to raise money and awareness for the charity? Do you want to try doing something new and different? Need a little bit of inspiration? Visit: http://supportourparas.org/raise-money-by-doing-something-different/ for an A-Z of some great ideas. We really like K – Kids… Getting the younger generations involved and L – Local… Fundraising that relates to the local area. |
PARAS’10 CatterickThe original PARAS’10 race, now firmly established as one of the UK’s “must do” endurance challenges. Located at Catterick Garrison in North Yorkshire. Sign up for Catterick 2016, taking place on 4 September at http://www.paras10.com There is also a 2km fun run for children between 8 and 14 years old known as PARAS’2. There are trophies for boys and girls in the following categories: 8/10, 11/12 and 13/14. Kid’s entries must be made online before the day and cost £10. All children must be accompanied by an adult (who runs for free!) Keep an eye out on Facebook and Twitter for updates @theparas10 |