Cycling for HopeStreet

This month, a team of BaptistCare riders will be cycling 1,000 kilometres across seven days in New Zealand. In partnership with the Chain Reaction Challenge Foundation, the BaptistCare team is aiming to raise $250,000 for BaptistCare HopeStreet children’s services. Meet two of our riders and find out why they’re taking part in the challenge:

Ben

I’m hoping that my “yes“ to be part of this 1,000 kilometre ride across the South Island of New Zealand will play a small part in the lives of children, who are living with disadvantage and in marginalised communities. Homelessness caused by domestic and family violence, and the trauma that it brings into the lives of children, should have no place in our society. The work of BaptistCare HopeStreet to bring positive change and to the lives of these children is so needed. I hope you will get behind this important work, and show your support for each of us riders raising funds for the kids.

Western

This journey is one of hope to which I can attest. When I was young, I unfortunately experienced domestic violence first-hand. My Mum, sister and I could definitely have used the HopeStreet services. Years later, I now find myself in a position to help break this cycle by raising much needed funds for services, to help those who need it most. Our HopeStreet team has dedicated an extraordinary amount of time and effort to help women and children who have experienced domestic and family violence.

To read more about the fundraising challenge, or to donate, visit chain-reaction.org.au/fundraisers/baptistcarehopestreet