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Fearless fundraisers
from Connect Magazine
The money and awareness our fundraisers contribute makes an incredible difference to those living with Crohn’s or Colitis
Whether it’s sporting a daring hair-do, baking for the masses or taking on a thrill-seeking challenge, we have lots of ideas for people who want to raise funds.
We’re on hand to offer help and advice, plus we have lots of downloadable fundraising resources, including badges, invites and posters, to help you get started.
We spoke to fundraisers to find out what inspired them.
Daring deeds
Callum Bell, 21, from Colchester, dared to dream big after being diagnosed with Crohn’s last year. Now on medication to manage his condition, Callum has teamed up with his parents, Tracy and Reginald, to fundraise to help others in the same position.
The family has created a shocking list of dares that they are livestreaming on Twitch to raise money for our cause. The list includes Callum shaving his head and eating the world’s hottest crisp.
So far, the trio have raised more than £640. Callum says: “I’m hoping the funds can help the charity do more promotional work online and raise money for people
