Hi, I’m Farley Rimon, and on 4 June 2025 I’m running the legendary GR20 – 180 km with over 10,000 meters of elevation gain, across the rugged mountains of Corsica – in just 6 days.
This run is more than a personal challenge. It’s a statement of solidarity with refugees who must cross even greater distances, often without choice, comfort, or safety. I run for joy. Others run for freedom. I’m fundraising €2,000 to support two causes deeply rooted in my life and values.
50% – Local Refugee Integration (via Global Shapers & Laten We Praten)
In the Netherlands, I work with an initiative helping refugees connect with locals, learn Dutch, and feel truly at home. With your support, we’ll fund:
- Pottery & art workshops
- Bouldering & cultural outings
- Books, games, and learning tools
- Dutch-language dinners with Laten We Praten
These activities break isolation and help build language, friendship, and dignity—things we often take for granted. With just €25, a refugee can attend a meaningful cultural or language-focused event that would otherwise be inaccessible.
50% – Venezuelan Refugee help in Curaçao (if found a suitable collaboration)
I was born and raised in Curaçao by a single Venezuelan mother. I have seen the injustices Venezuelan refugees face in the Caribbean. I grew up with a beloved nanny who was deported—one of many cases of undocumented migrants living in fear and invisibility.
Together with a local ambassador I am assessing where help is needed most to either provide legal help, food, and protection for Venezuelan refugees who deserve the chance for a dignified life. They do what my family was lucky to escape needing.
Why the GR20?
The GR20 is one of Europe’s toughest trails—180km and 10,000m of climbing through Corsica’s mountains. Most do it in 16 days. I’ll do it in 6.
I run to clear my mind. Others run to survive. This journey will be my way to reflect, honor, and raise awareness—and I’ll document every step of it.
Follow along at @farley.runs as I share the highs, lows, and stories along the trail.
Whether it’s €5 or €50, your donation makes a real impact.
180 km. 10,000m climb. 6 days. €2,000 goal.
Let’s turn movement into meaning.
Thank you,
Farley Rimon
Organizer
Farley Rimon
Organizer