Lions rally behind Sari-Elle’s Everest challenge for Australian Lions Foundation
Lugarno Lions Club are rallying behind a fellow Lion’s Everest Marathon Challenge and they are encouraging the rest of the community to get behind the important fundraising initiative.
Sari-Elle Kraemer has set herself a goal to not only climb 17,598 ft above sea level to Everest Base Camp in Nepal but also to run 42.195 km crisscrossing the high Sherpa trails of Khumbu Valley!
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In the lead-up to running the World’s Highest Marathon in May, Sari-Elle aims to raise $120,000 for the life-changing work of the Australian Lions Foundation’s compassionate grants, which assist individuals and families in necessitous circumstances.
This assistance may be by the provision of medical aids, equipment, or cash to provide relief from significant hardship.
Photo credit: Bob Walker
The Lugarno Lions Club has proudly been supporting Sari-Elle’s fundraising efforts in recent months, contributing $3000 and assisting with hosting a Trivia Night, which raised over $10,000.
Some members are going the extra mile, lacing up their shoes to join Sari-Elle in some training at Gannons Park.
They are encouraging other Lions Clubs and their communities to get behind the important fundraiser.
Photo credit: Bob Walker
“You just never know when you or someone close to you might need the support of Australian Lions Foundation’s Compassionate Grants.
Lugarno Lions have utilised these grants many times to support people in urgent need of support in our community,” says Lugarno Lions Club member Elvio Munzone OAM.
“We are very pleased to be supporting a young Lion on a mission to raise awareness and funds to help enable more of this life changing work. We encourage other Lions Clubs and their communities across the country to get behind Sari-Elle’s fundraising and help her reach her goal of $120,000 for Australian Lions Foundation,” adds Elvio.
Photo credit: Bob Walker
For more information about Sari-Elle’s Everest Marathon for Lions, click here.
About Lugarno Lions Club
Lugarno Lions Club celebrates its 50th anniversary in May 2024. The club has donated over $3 million back to the local community over the years and has been involved in thousands of community service projects and initiatives. The Club raises funds through a variety of methods including BBQs, raffles, selling Christmas cakes, bucket collections and various events such as a Sports Breakfast.
