Last Updated on: 6th December 2023, 04:02 pm
Eyeweb, a web design and digital marketing agency in Hessle, undertook an impressive cycling challenge, covering a total of 695 miles to support HEY Children’s University. Dubbed Le Tour de Eyeweb, the team not only completed the distance from Hull to Paris but added an extra 195 miles to their journey. From 27th November to 1st December, using two exercise bikes at their headquarters, team Eyeweb successfully raised £1835 for the cause.
The Eyeweb team showed remarkable commitment, cycling two hours daily, with some members braving snowy conditions to contribute to the cause. Their efforts were further boosted by supporters like Sarah Brodie from HEY Children’s University, who joined them at their office to help add to the mile tally.
Paul Scott, Managing Director at Eyeweb, commented on the team’s enthusiasm: “The whole team enjoyed taking part in the event and it seems to have been worthwhile with a nice total to send to Hull Children’s University at the end of it.”
HEY Children’s University, the beneficiary of Eyeweb’s fundraising efforts, is dedicated to providing opportunities for children in Hull and East Yorkshire regardless of their background. The organisation facilitates educational trips across the UK, helping underprivileged children discover their talents and aspire to fulfilling futures.
Sarah Brodie, Partnership Manager at HEY Children’s University, expressed her gratitude: “The team at Eyeweb completed a virtual bike ride and cycled a whopping 695 miles to raise money. Their spirits were high in spite of staff illness, a broken pedal and cycling out in the snow! The team managed to raise £1800, which is incredible. The money will go towards experiences that help raise aspirations, build confidence and build the self-esteem of underprivileged children. We appreciate every mile cycled and every penny raised. It will make such a difference.”
Eyeweb’s initiative was supported by numerous donations, including significant contributions from Leaf Consultancy and Dutch Imports, who each donated £250 as official sponsors of the event. The team at Eyeweb extends their heartfelt thanks to all the supporters, and donations can still be made via JustGiving.
Paul Scott added his appreciation: “I’d like to say a massive thank you to everyone who donated, our team for riding for all those hours and to our two sponsors, Dutch Imports and Leafe Consultancy, for helping us raise that total.”
