Despite being just 7 years old, Ella put her summer holidays to good use by organising “Ella’s Super Cycle” and cycling 200 miles , raising both money and awareness for local charity Alice’s Escapes.
Ella set off on her mission with a goal of being “helfpul, kind and getting fit”
Ella was inspired to raise money for Alice’s Escapes after hearing about Alice at school – Ella’s Mum said the story had a profound effect on young Ella, with the realisiation of how many children are affected by serious and terminal illnesses. In preparation for the challenge, Ella requested a bike for her 7th birthday.
Families with seriously ill children will benefit from Ella’s fundraising as she has raised over £2000 for Alice’s Escapes which provides such families with holidays and breaks.
Ella didn’t jsut sit back and rely on the money coming in, she actively worked for it – she gave presentations at shcool and visited the charity offices to find out more about their work. She recorded an online blog about her exploits and recorded lovely videos of her journey to publicise the fundraising effort.
Ella has continued with her fundraising, recently dressing as a witch and selling Halloween treat bags in the village to raise more money for the charity.
Ella effectively gave up her summer holiday and committed to a six week cycling schedule to help others – amazing and inpsiring for a seven year odl girl – well done Ella on your nomination and…
BREAKING NEWS – congratulations on making it to the final three in this category, see you on the red carpet at the Forum in March!
As Ella’s Nana and Grandad we are so very proud of her tenacity and determination to get the this project completed. She was up for the challenge from day one and never once did she detract from the mission. This determined little girl kept going in all weathers and conditions with enthusiasm and spirit. Well done Ella and congratulations on your nomination. xx