--------Howdy howdy, thanks for checking out the page. My name's Daniel, a final year Engineering student, about to embark on sheffield's own Race Across the World ™️Bummit is the largest charity student hitchhike in the world, Over 150 students will be racing against the clock, covering 1,500 miles over 4 countries !!!We'll be starting from our University homebase of Sheffield, traversing south west through France and Spain, ultimately arriving in the coastal town of Porto, Portugal.Since established, Bummit has raised over £1.3m!!! Your donations and support will directly help Portuguese and South Yorkshire charities. (If you want to know more , peruse the charitites below!!!)--------🇬🇧 Weston Park Cancer Charity 🇬🇧 (WPCC)Located adjacent to the university, WPCC has held strong ties , fostering a collaborative environment for innovation and advancement. Committed to making a tangible difference in healthcare, the charity channels its funds both to groundbraking research, and enhanced treatment options. Beyond research, the organization plays a pivotal role in the community offering comprehensive advice, emotional support, and practical assistance to those in need. The charity extends its support through financial and physical assistance, ensuring a holistic approach to well-being.----🇬🇧 Snowdrop Project 🇬🇧The Snowdrop Project is a Sheffield-based charity dedicated to supporting and empowering survivors of modern slavery and exploitation in South Yorkshire. Committed to aiding individuals in overcoming their traumatic pasts, the charity focuses on fostering independence and rebuilding futures. Through a holistic, long-term approach, Snowdrop addresses various support needs encompassing independent living, physical and mental wellbeing, community engagement, education, and employment. Their comprehensive support is delivered via a structured casework programme grounded in social work principles, an in-house counselling service, house renovations, and community activities.----🇬🇧 Ben's Centre 🇬🇧Ben’s Centre is a unique charity based in Sheffield offering a safe and supportive environment for individuals struggling with substance misuse and its related challenges.Through their outreach service, day centre, and charity shop, they aim to extend a helping hand to those in need.Notably, their day centre operates as a "damp centre," allowing clients to access services even when under the influence, provided no substances are brought onto the premises. This approach distinguishes Ben’s Centre as the only known damp centre in Sheffield and its surrounding regions, emphasizing their commitment to inclusivity and accessibility in supporting those affected by substance misuse.----🇬🇧 Say It 🇬🇧SAYiT (Sheena Amos Youth Trust) is an independent charity established in Sheffield in 1999, dedicated to supporting lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, plus (LGBTQ+) young people and those affected by HIV up to the age of 25. Their goal is to transform lives through supportive group work, youth action, education, and influence.SAYiT focuses on delivering youth-centered services that enhance the wellbeing of LGBTQ+ youth and their supporters. They strive to improve awareness, reduce discrimination, and promote equality by offering specialized training and education. SAYiT aims to create an inclusive and safe environment where LGBTQ+ young people can thrive and reach their full potential in life.----🇵🇹 Bancoalimentar Alimentar Contra a Forma 🇵🇹Banco Alimentar Contra a Fome is a prominent national food bank organization based in Porto, serving as a pillar of social support in the region. This charity collaborates with various social and non-private organizations by supplying them with food, which is then distributed to local communities in need. Their dedicated efforts have enabled them to support approximately 55,000 individuals across Porto, addressing food insecurity and contributing significantly to community welfare.---- :)

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