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9
Jul

Surfing – Sun, surf and smiles as Life Rolls On – Day of surfing for people with spinal cord injuries

Beachgoers flocked to the Jersey Shore this weekend, but none enjoyed themselves as much as a group who gathered on the beachfront to catch a wave, some for the first time.

The Life Rolls On Foundation held its second annual “They Will Surf Again” [TWSA] event at Pier Village in Long Branch on June 28, and according to a post-event press release, more than 25 participants and 200 volunteers gathered to make a day of surfing possible for people with spinal cord injuries.

“Injured athletes from around the country gathered together for a day of surfing. Some have not surfed since their injury, some have never surfed, some surf all the time despite their varying mobility,” according to the Life Rolls On website…  Details

7
Jul

Kayak Fundraiser – Big 5 Kayak Challenge

The Big 5 Kayak team is led by Richard Harpham is raising money for the Muscular Help Foundation and raising awareness for the River Access Campaign. There challenge is to expedition paddle in sea Kayak’s 1000 miles from Vancouver to Alaska in 30 days.

The Big 5 Team continued their journey from Port Hardy 9am Monday 15th June. The expedition has been action packed with many incidents along the way. Weather conditions have testing leaving the kayakers battling against strong winds, choppy conditions and poor visibility…  Details 

3
Jul

Surfing Fundraiser – Global Surf In. Noosa Fest hands over $19,000 to charity

Global Surf Industries Noosa Fest hands over $19 for charity

Surfersvillage Global Surf News, 1 July, 2009 : – – The 2009 Global Surf Industries Noosa Festival of Surfing, presented by Golden Breed, raised almost $19,500 to split between three beneficiary charities – Surf Aid, the Red Cross Victorian Bushfire Appeal and Frangipani Dreams.

At a hand-over of the donations in Noosa yesterday, Festival director Phil Jarratt and sponsorship manager Trudy Croad thanked major sponsor Global Surf Industries for the donation of 35 surfboards, and the artists from around Australia who donated their time and talent to create works of art from them.

Jarratt said the silent auction of art surfboards had contributed more than $11,000, while the world champions teams auction had raised a further $7,500, and a Red Cross bucket appeal during a free concert had raised $800 cash.

“So many people contributed to this in so many ways,” Jarratt said. “Artists, musicians, sporting champions, surf companies, volunteers…the list is endless. But the main contribution came from everyone who participated in the Noosa Festival of Surfing in a spirit of generosity. With more than 500 competitors it’s the biggest surfing event in the world, but it’s also the happiest. The people who come to our event year after year know how lucky they are to be surfers, and they want to give back.”

Jarratt said major sponsors Global Surf Industries and Golden Breed had already committed to the 2010 festival, to be held March 14-21, and a full event program would be released during July. The festival website will be live and accepting entries from August 1.

www.noosafestivalofsurfing.com

28
Jun

Skateboard Fundraiser – Skateboarder’s 700-mile challenge

A Devon woman is raising money for wounded service personnel with a 700 mile (1,127km) skateboard trip.

Laura Hatwell from Tavistock will cover up to 40 miles (64km) a day on her challenge around the north east coast of Scotland.

The 27-year-old decided to raise cash for Help for Heroes after the death of Plymouth Royal Marine.

“I’m not brave enough to be a soldier and make the ultimate sacrifice, but I’ve brave enough to skate,” she said…  Details, pictures & video interview

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