Fundraisers & Wildlife Warriors

FUNDRAISERS & WILDLIFE WARRIORS

We are always humbled and inspired by the extraordinary lengths Born Free supporters will go to fundraise and fight for a better future for wildlife.

Take inspiration from this ever-changing gallery of Wildlife Warriors (below). You may decide to applaud and support their efforts by donating, or set up your own challenge or fundraiser. Let us know if you do!

For more information about setting up your own fundraiser, email: gowild@bornfree.org.uk

MEET OUR AMAZING FUNDRAISERS

TOM FINCH

Back in 2017, Tom Finch, then aged 8 years old, walked the length of Hadrian’s Wall. Two years later, he took on the Three Peaks, and in 2022, aged 13, made it to Everest Base Camp, raising thousands in aid of Born Free.

In August 2024, Tom embarked on his most ambitious challenge yet: an official Guinness World Record attempt for the fastest time for an under-16 crossing the UK from John O’Groats to Land’s End (JOGLE). This incredible feat involves an equal distance of running and cycling each day, demonstrating Tom’s determination and endurance.

READ ABOUT TOM’S JOGLE CHALLENGE

MARK QUINCE

Mark Quince, 62, from Aubourn, Lincoln cycled 1000 miles in 10 days to raise money for Born Free. He previously completed the London Marathon, Great North Run, Great South Run and London to Paris cycle, but his toughest challenge to date was taking on the Lands’ End to John O’Groats route in June 2023.

“Having known and supported Dame Virginia and the Born Free Foundation for a few years now, I totally share their passion for wild animal welfare, conservation of habitats and the great need to protect with compassion.”

PETROL PED

Pete Greaves (Petrol Ped) marked his half century by setting himself the biggest physical challenge of his life, when he took on the Ironman Marbella 70.3 in May 2023. “The challenge is simple” explained Pete: “SWIM 1.2 miles, BIKE 56 miles and RUN 13.1 miles!” A staggering undertaking.

Having fully funded his own place, Pete used this opportunity to make a positive impact and chose to raise funds for Born Free. He said “The work Born Free does to protect and preserve wildlife together with their education programmes is truly inspiring and funds are much needed to support their amazing and selfless work.”

MARK LEE DAVIES

Long-term Born Free supporter Mark is again fundraising for Born Free in 2024 through the Haus of Conservation initiative which connects people to the natural world through wellbeing, education and creative arts.

Haus of Conservation continue to fundraise for Born Free through their performance art show “Dreams of the Wild” which uses edgy music, pop culture and contemporary dance to tell the story of a better future for all on earth. This is conservation on the dance floor.

OUR WILDLIFE WARRIORS

During a sponsored 10km walk, pangolin obsessed Jessica and friends were accompanied by PC Chloe Gillies, a local wildlife crime officer who recently led a search into someone selling pangolin scales and succeeded in arresting the man!

The crowd cheered as KB Beaton crossed the finishing line of the 109km Cape Argus Cycle Tour; fundraising for a cause close to the family’s heart and in memory of Bill Moyle.

California-based Sophie marked a life-changing personal achievement by swimming 600 lengths, with just one fifteen minute stop. That’s six hours and a distance of 8.4 miles. “I’d like to raise money for those animals which aren’t free, in the hope that they will be one day.”

Meanwhile, 7 year old Lily, met her target of 2,000 trampoline jumps raising funds for, you guessed it, pangolins. And Scarlett is planning a night-time summit of Mt Snowden in the summer.

Sound appealing? Take a look at our challenges.

BORN FREE CHALLENGES