PLUCKY fundraisers are taking a leap of faith for a local charity by abseiling 90 ft down Coventry Cathedral later this summer – and are encouraging others to join them.
The 12 daring volunteers from Feed The Hungry UK and Coventry Foodbank will be among those descending from the top of the cathedral on August 1 in aid of the two charities.
Founded in 2011, Coventry Foodbank has grown from a small community initiative into a vital service supporting thousands of local people each year.
The organisation has worked with local churches, schools, businesses, and referral agencies to provide emergency food parcels and compassionate support to those in crisis.
Feed The Hungry UK is an international Christian humanitarian organisation committed to fighting hunger due to poverty, war, famine and natural disasters.
Foodbank Founder Canon Gavin Kibble MBE said: “Last year I stood at the top of Coventry Cathedral and wondered what on earth I’d signed up for — and then I stepped off the edge.
“That terrifying moment of taking a leap of faith raised vital funds for Feed the Hungry, and I wouldn’t change a thing.
“If you’ve ever wanted to do something that genuinely takes your breath away while making a real difference, this is it.”
Those taking part in the abseil must be over 16, weigh less than 19 stone, and commit to raising a minimum £200 for the charity through sponsorship.
As well as the abseil, Coventry foodbank will have an activity tent set up in the Old Cathedral grounds between 9.30am and 4.30pm on the day.
The day will include free entry to the Blitz Museum, Coventry Cathedral and Ruins, plus stalls, visiting choirs and children’s activities.
Visit https://tinyurl.com/3etmk4pz to register interest in the abseil.
