UKFT's charity partner, Fashion & Textile Children's Trust (FTCT), is the UK's only charity dedicated to supporting families working in the fashion and textile industry.
The Manchester 100 is one of the North West's best-known cycling events, covering approximately 100 miles through the Cheshire countryside and challenging riders with more than 3,000 feet of climbing. Jason is undertaking the challenge as part of BTMA's support for FTCT and hopes to raise both vital funds and awareness of the charity's work supporting families facing financial challenges .
Jason's fundraising campaign reflects a simple but powerful message–one industry supporting its own.
Speaking about the challenge, Jason said:
"I'm riding the Manchester 100 because I believe our industry should look after its own. The Fashion & Textile Children's Trust provides vital support to families working in fashion and textiles when they face life challenges. As CEO of the BTMA, I'm proud to support FTCT and hope that together we can raise funds to help ensure more children and families receive the support they need."
Anna Pangbourne, Chief Executive of FTCT, said:
"We are incredibly grateful to Jason for taking on this impressive challenge in support of FTCT. Every mile he rides, both in training and on the day, will help raise awareness of the challenges many fashion and textile families face. Jason is an incredible advocate for FTCT and embodies the spirit of our industry at its best: people coming together to support one another. We wish him huge success on the road and our sincere thanks to everyone who is donating to him”
FTCT supports hundreds of industry families every year, providing grants for essential household items and specialist equipment to improve the wellbeing and everyday lives of children.
