Charities on the starting blocks for Chariots 2012
The 2012 Chariots of Fire charity relay race will take place on Sunday 16 September and local charities are encouraged to apply to be the beneficiary of the funds raised.
The annual Cambridge event sees thousands of runners race along a scenic route of the historic city centre, through the colleges and the picturesque Backs, all in aid of raising money for a particular charity.
The event is organised and sponsored by regional law firm, Hewitsons and is backed by media partners, The Cambridge News.
Race director, Charles Hewitson, said, “Chariots is a fully established event in the city and raises not only money but a huge amount of awareness amongst the academic and business community for the chosen charity.”
“All local charities are considered in the application process and over the years the event has supported charities such as Arthur Rank Hospice, Papworth Hospital Trust, East Anglian Children’s Hospices, East Anglian Air Ambulance, Cam-Mind and Home-Start Cambridge.”
“The 2011 event was held in aid of the Rosie Hospital Campaign which was set up to help the Cambridge hospital expand. The Rosie campaign plans to raise enough money to double the size of its current maternity hospital to provide essential new facilities for women and babies in the East of England. Following the race on the 18 September I’m delighted that donations are pouring in.”
If you would like to apply, download the charity application form from the website (www.chariots-of-fire.co.uk). All applications should be submitted by Monday 16 January 2012.
For further information, contact Sarah Head at sarahhead@hewitsons.com or on 01223 461155.
