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18 January 2018

Man commits to climbing Table Mountain 365 times for charity

Cape Town hiker Andrew Patterson will climb Table Mountain 365 times this year to raise R1 million for charity. Patterson, founder of 365 Ubuntu Climbs initiative, hopes to shed light on critical South African issues and improve the lives of the poor.

Donations will be collected via crowdfunding platform, Backabuddy. The funds will be distributed to three organisations, namely; Habitat for Humanity, One Heart For Kids and the Sunflower Fund.

The organisations will undertake a series of projects to improve disadvantaged South African communities. Importantly, teaching children the importance of reading and create awareness about Leukaemia in South Africa.

“I am passionate about fitness and charity and my love for both grew after being retrenched from work last year.

“I got the idea to start the campaign while I was driving pass Table Mountain to Stellenbosch one night. I was either going to return to corporate or do something to help South Africans,” he said.

“My mantra is to take things one step at a time. Small steps eventually lead to the final goal. I believe that power comes from focusing on what you can do, rather than what is wrong,” said Patterson.

Since the campaign started, he raised R33 948 from locals and international donors.

Patterson warns people that climbing Table Mountain is no mean feat, the weather can change at anytime so being prepared is important.

“Make sure you hydrate, wear confortable clothes and start the journey early”, Patterson suggests.

Visit https://www.backabuddy.co.za/365-ubuntuclimbs to find out more about the cause and to donate.

Source: iAfrica