A SIGHT loss charity is upping the ante to spread awareness of the prevalance of sight loss in the UK with a brand new challenge.
Teaming up with a number of other sight loss charities, Berkshire Vision is inviting members of the public to take part in the Take On 250 challenge.
The challenge takes place during the month of January.
With 250 people a day beginning to lose their sight in the UK, the charity is challenging individuals and teams to take on an activity.
Participants can walk, bake, knit, or dance, completing 250 minutes, meters, rotations or repetitions– as long as there’s 250 of them.
Funds raised as part of the event will help Berkshire Vision to continue to support those in Berkshire with sight loss, demand for which has doubled since 2019.
The charity currently supports more than 1,000 people by providing transport, services, and events for those who need help due to poor vision.
Laura Mitchell, Berkshire Vision CEO said “We’re excited to announce the launch of Take on 250 alongside our friends in the sight loss sector for 2023.
“The last two years have been a rollercoaster for everyone and particularly for blind and partially sighted people, so let’s begin 2023 with a fresh start
“If you’re up for a challenge, why not join us and Take on 250 for Berkshire Vision to make a big difference to people living with sight loss in the UK.”
Berkshire Vision staff are also set to announce their own challenges during January next year, with the challenge taking place from January 1-31.
More information and sign up details for the fundraiser can be found via: www.berkshirevision.org.uk/takeon250 or call Clare Matthews on 0118 987 2803.
