GENTING STAFF RUN, WALK & CYCLE “AROUND WORLD” TO RAISE MONEY FOR CANCER CHARITY

Employees from casino operator Genting have run, walked, and cycled their way across the globe, virtually, to raise money for the Dragonfly Cancer Trust. 

Genting staff in the UK and Malta initially aimed to cover 2,000km – the distance between the company’s UK and Malta offices – but ended up doing over 10,000km, the equivalent of travelling from the UK to Genting’s parent company in Malaysia.  

In total over £6,000 GBP has been raised so far to support the UK-based Dragonfly Cancer Trust – a charity supporting terminally ill young cancer patients. 

Sanjeev Vadhera, Chair of Trustees at Dragonfly Cancer Trust, commented: “On behalf of the Board of Trustees at Dragonfly Cancer Trust, I would like to say a massive well done to each and every one of you who took part in this fantastic challenge.

“It is simply wonderful that your team of dedicated staff have come together during these difficult times and have collectively raised such an incredible amount of money.

“Your support comes at a time when young cancer patients are facing even more barriers due to the pandemic. The money you have raised will help to make their remaining time more comfortable and will provide them with opportunities to create lasting memories.”

Helen Brittain, Genting UK’s Chief Information Officer said: “It has been a brilliant team effort, with everyone coming together to help smash our original target. We’re very proud to be supporting such a fantastic charity like Dragonfly Cancer Trust and the work they do to support young cancer patients.”

If you would like to make a donation to the trust, you can do so at JustGiving.

AYO.NEWS says:

Hats off to all the Genting staff involved in this! With COVID-19 dominating the news and health services of the world, it’s important to remember that illnesses like cancer haven’t gone away.