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A pair of students led a team up Mount Snowdon to raise funds for homelessness charity Emmaus Preston.
After being inspired by social work placements, the fundraising trek saw two students, along with their partners and Emmaus supporter, Dave Wallis, take on 3,560 feet.
Jamelia Buxton, who studies at the University of Central Lancashire, said: “I decided to fundraise for Emmaus as throughout my placement I realised the invaluable impact that Emmaus can have on a person who has experienced homelessness.
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“I feel so privileged to have had the opportunity to work with the companions and staff alike and would like to give a little something back. They’re some of the kindest and most caring people I’ve ever met.”
Through the six to seven-hour climb, everyone was said to have been well prepared thanks to regular gym sessions and long walks.
The fundraising page is still active, and there is still time to support the homelessness charity and those who need it.
Jamilia added: “I wanted to work towards something I’d have to train and put effort into. If anything’s going to motivate me to climb a big mountain, it’s knowing it’ll help out the guys at Emmaus — even just a bit.”
You can donate to Jamilia’s page here.
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