Watford BID staff to do Three Peaks challenge for One YMCA

Manager Kara Mesiano and marketing manager Glen Hempenstall are taking on the Three Peaks Challenge to raise funds for the One YMCA.

They hope to raise £3,000 for the charity, which supports homeless people across Hertfordshire, as they climb Snowdown, Scafell Pike and Ben Nevis across three days.

Kara Mesiano and Glen Hempenstall work for the Watford Town Centre BID. (Image: Watford Town Centre BID) Ahead of the challenge between October 11 to 13, the said on their GoFundMe page: “All donations towards our Three Peaks Challenge will have a huge impact on lives, livelihoods and mental wellbeing whilst supporting the great work of the Community Safety Partnership. 

Scafell Pike is the highest point in England and is part of the Three Peaks challenge. (Image: Watford Town Centre BID)

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“We hope you can support Watford Town Centre BID in conquering this impressive feat for an important cause!”

The funds will help fund the One YMCA’s hostels as well as its work to help vulnerable people access local support and mental health services.

Watford BID (Business Improvement District) is a non-profit organisation aimed at promoting the area as well as local companies and charities.