Half Ironman & Kilimanjaro: Race & Climb to Beat Meningitis

Hi everyone!

This summer, I'm taking on two monumental challenges to help fight meningitis:

Climb Mount Kilimanjaro (August) → Africa’s highest peak at 5,895 meters, with Choose a Challenge’s Irish Expedition Team. I will be completing this with my two good friends Ross and Caleb.

‍✅ Half Ironman (Netherlands, June 22) → 1.9 km swim, 90 km bike, 21 km run

I’m aiming to raise £3500 to cover both the costs of the expedition and a donation to the Meningitis Research Foundation, a charity funding life-saving research and support for those affected.

Why It Matters

Meningitis is a swift and deadly disease. Alarmingly, nearly 90% of children and teenagers who succumb to meningococcal meningitis die within 24 hours of diagnosis. Despite being largely preventable through vaccination, meningitis still claims around 250,000 lives each year, half being children. The disease leaves one in five survivors with life-altering consequences like hearing loss, brain damage, or limb loss.

It’s something most of us rarely think about — until it strikes a loved one. With your help, we can push back through research, awareness, and support.

Where the money goes

To be transparent, the funds raised will be split between:

I am completing the Kilimanjaro expedition through an organisation called Choose a Challenge. They enable hundreds of people to embark on adventures from Peru to Everest Base Camp and support meaningful causes at the same time. This year the expedition from Ireland has partnered with the Meningitis Research Foundation, many others are raising money just like me on behalf of Choose a Challenge. Part of the fundraising target goes toward trip costs, but they ensure charity contributions are completely met before any of my expenses are covered. If you would like to read more visit chooseachallenge.com

Photography for a Cause

As a professional photographer, I’m offering commercial shoots, portraits, or event coverage, with all proceeds going into this fundraiser. If you want stunning photos and to back a great cause, get in touch! You can see my work by visiting lenos.media. Feel free to reach out via WhatsApp +447523989661.