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Charity Challenges

Fundraising accounts for 90% of the money raised for BASIC. This allows BASIC to function and provide clients with a wide range of activities in order to help them with their rehabilitation and their lives.

Money is raised in two ways one is donations and the other is a variety of events that take place both locally and globally. Visit our fundraising section >>

Check out the links below to see what events are taking place, how these event have contributed to BASIC and how to make a donation. Donate online >>

 

Events


Below is a list of forthcoming events that will take place over the next few months. For information on any of these events, please call our dedicated events line on 0161 789 5176.

 

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WELCOME TO THE BRAND NEW BASIC CHALLENGE BROCHURE, which has been set up through our partnership with the highly commended expedition organiser, Charity Challenge.

We hope you enjoy reading about the exciting and challenging trips available and will feel inspired to take up a challenge for BASIC.

  • Have you a "big birthday" coming up in the next 12-18 months and wish to celebrate “big style” whilst on an adventure of a lifetime?
  • Are you setting goals to lose weight, get fit, or just to meet new people in 2009? Do you still feel 30 and ready to take on the world but the grey hairs tell otherwise?
  • Or are you one of a growing number of people now looking for a more fulfilling way to spend their hard-earned free time?


  • WHOEVER YOU ARE AND WHATEVER THE REASON,
    you are guaranteed to find some inspiration here. And you can even sign up with a group of friends or colleagues to do a challenge together! Choose from the following mouthwatering adventures:

  • Kilimanjaro Summit Climb
  • Everest Base Camp
  • Great Wall Discovery, China
  • Trek to the Home of the Dalai Lama, India
  • Trek to Machu Picchu, Peru
  • Grand Canyon Explorer, USA
  • London2Paris Bike Ride
  • Cuban Revolution Cycle
  • Rajasthan Tiger Challenge, India
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    WHY SUPPORT BASIC? In many ways BASIC is a lifesaver, helping hundreds of brain and spinal injury survivors to regain their independence. BASIC is not part of the NHS and relies heavily on events like the challenges in this brochure to support its work. By taking on one of these incredible challenges, you are making a real difference in helping us continue to be a lifesaver. Thank you for your interest and support.

    Read more in our brochure >>

 
  Parachuting - Various dates and locations throughout the year


Experience the exhilaration of a parachute jump. One of the best feelings in the world is the wind rushing through your hair at 120mph. You will jump with a professional so you can relax and enjoy the view.

Throughout the year with Prices range from £290 to £520 depending on the type of jump and remember - raise the minimum sponsorship amount and you jump for FREE whilst BASIC receives an average donation of £140 per jump!

Various dates and locations throughout the year. Check out Skyline>>

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  Whitewater Rafting - Various dates and locations throughout the year


Forget the log flume this is the real deal when itr comes to watersports. Whitewater rafting is a truly thrilling adventure sport and not to be missed. Get together a team of 6 to 8 people, raise at least £1,000 between you (that's only £125 per person!) and prepare to get wet!.

Various dates and locations throughout the year. Check out the Skyline link for details. Skyline>>


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  To take part in any these events for FREE, all you have to do is raise the minimum amount of sponsorship money

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