Railway Family Fundraiser

You have arrived at the most exciting Railway Fundraising Event EVER!

How does a trip for 2 in Scotland’s Railway Helicopter over the Forth Bridge sound? Or an amazing experience with LNER in their Simulator Centre! Or an incredible ‘ride out’ with British Transport Police? Or a behind the scenes look at MTR Elizabeth Line? Or for the chance to take some friends on a behind the scenes tour of Hitachi Rail? There are MANY more prizes and experiences like this that we will list in full in the coming days but for your chance to win, donate £10 for every entry you wish to make.

For every £10 you donate, you will be allocated a unique number. On Thursday 16 September, the day of the National Rail Awards, all numbers will be entered and the draw will be shown on social media. Even if you make your donation anonymously, we will be able to see your name and will allocate you your number.

You can enter as many times as you want, over the 6 weeks that the fundraiser will run. Good luck! Our Railway Family has joined forces to give us an amazing array of experiences and prizes.

But, apart from the chance to win something truly unique, what are you supporting? Why have I set up this fundraiser?

Meet Jack Jarvis, a serving member of the British Army, who will attempt an incredible feat at the end of 2021, where he will row over 5000 miles, from Portugal to Miami, to raise money for CALM and Brainstrust, two causes very close to his heart. The Rail Industry are proud to support this historical and brave effort, continuing a long and proud association with our military forces.

Both industries share a common passion to promote and support mental health... Please read Jack’s personal motivation for undertaking this challenge. And the very best of luck to everyone entering!

Introduction by Jack:

On the 20th November 2007 my Grandad passed away from a brain tumour, I was absolutely devastated. I want to do my bit to help try and find a cure for this awful disease, if I can stop even one family losing someone from this deadly cancer it will be my greatest achievement.

Brain tumors kill more children and adults under the age of 40 than any other cancer, yet just 1% of the national research spend has been allocated to this devastating disease.

In December 2021 I will row SOLO, 4500 miles across the Atlantic Ocean in order to raise as much money and awareness for BrainTrust & CALM. 

I will battle sleep deprivation, salt sores, dehydration, fatigue and loneliness.

In order to raise money for the crossing I, Natasha and Heather will be doing a fundraiser with our friends across the rail industry with all money going towards the Transatlantic row in support of BrainTrust & CALM.

Your generosity will help get me to the start line and save countless lives.