Supporting Velindre in Beating Cancer through Charity Bike Rides
A few months ago, we shared the exciting news that Philtronics would be taking part in a series of charity bike rides in support of Velindre Cancer Centre. These events would act as a fantastic opportunity for us to support a cause close to our hearts.
Jiffy’s Cancer 50 Challenge
Now we see ourselves a few weeks out from the first charity bike ride, Jiffy’s Cancer 50 Challenge. In its fourth year, Jonathan ‘Jiffy’ Davies led his annual 50-mile bike ride from Cardiff to Swansea to raise funds for Velindre. Jiffy’s Cancer 50 Challenge is an amazing initiative which saw 338 cyclists come together to raise money to help beat cancer; representing team Philtronics was our very own CEO, Simon, as well as Steve, Jeremy, Reece and Antony. They all trained and worked incredibly hard for the fundraiser, so a big congratualtions is certainly in order!
Through the generosity, kindness and dedication of all those who took part in the challenge and those who cheered from the sidelines, Jiffy’s Cancer 50 Challenge was able to raise £40,000, this means Jiffy’s challenge has helped raise £250,000 for Velindre over the last four years!
As a Gold Sponsor of this year’s ride, we were determined to get as many people involved as possible to raise funds, whether that was through donations or joining us on our Philtronics team. Our incredible staff members even held a Velindre bake sale at Philtronics HQ, which raised a fantastic £322.45! We’re so grateful to everyone who donated, took part, or rooted for us on the day. Thank you to you all. It goes to show, a little goes a long way.
“Thank you to everyone who came and supported me and the team last month at Jiffy’s Cancer 50 Challenge. It was an honour raising money for such a great cause while being surrounded by inspirational people. Well done everyone who took part.” – Simon Pritchard, CEO
Velindre’s Key West 2024 Ride
But there's no rest for Simon and Steven, with Jiffy’s Cancer 50 Challenge over, Simon and Steve are now gearing up for their next adventure which will take them across the pond to sunny Florida.
This next ride will be supporting Velindre’s Key West 2024 Ride, where the Philtronics riding team will be joining the legendary Sean Holley who will be taking over from Jiffy after a knee injury. Don’t be too jealous, though—the journey spans across 400 miles! This event promises to be both challenging and rewarding, taking the team through picturesque landscapes and warm climates, far from the rainy UK from 2nd – 8th November. Simon and Steve are excited and understandably anxious to complete this challenge. We’re passionate about the work of Velindre. We hope our contributions will help them in a small way so they can keep carrying out the fantastic research and treatment they provide to their patients.
So far, we’ve managed to raise £927.45 for Velindre, so anything you can donate, no matter how big or small, will be greatly appreciated by the Philtronics cycling team and Velindre. Your generosity will directly contribute to the vital services and support that Velindre provides to those affected by cancer in our communities. You can donate to the Key West charity bike ride here.
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Philtronics Solutions was formed in 2018 and is the sister company to Philtronics Limited. Philtronics Solutions is a technology development company that offers smart innovation, from concept to delivery. We offer electronic and firmware design services through to design for manufacturing. Philtronics Solutions is committed to developing and supporting sport in Wales.
