Yukon 1000 Team Fortune Favours the Brave Update

It has been two weeks since we returned back from the Yukon 1000 and I am currently sitting at my desk in Kuwait still trying to internalise the experience that Nick (an Army veteran friend) and I have just been through. We cannot quite remember who messaged who in 2019 to say “fancy doing the Yukon 1000?”, but our interest was piqued so Nick and I […]

Eligibility for Gift Aid on JustGiving Donations When Supporting YPI Counselling

Gift Aid is a tax relief scheme that allows UK charities to claim an extra 25% in tax on every eligible donation made by a UK taxpayer. This means that for every £100 you donate to YPI Counselling through JustGiving, the charity will receive an extra £25. To be eligible for Gift Aid, your donation must meet the following criteria: If your donation meets all […]

Dan Completed the race of a lifetime, the Yukon 1000

“Crossing the finish line at Dalton Highway I felt a mix of pure elation and relief (there may even been a tear or two as we stopped to compose ourselves before finishing)! The race is absolutely brutal, it is a 1000 miles along a beautiful river, but after paddling for 18 hours a day for 7 days, with the weather varying from torrential rain, electrical […]

Yukon1000: The Ultimate Challenge in Wilderness Endurance Racing

In the vast and rugged wilderness of Canada’s Yukon territory lies a race that pushes the boundaries of human endurance and determination. Welcome to the Yukon1000, an extraordinary canoe and kayak race that spans a gruelling 1,000 miles (1,600 kilometres) along the Yukon River. In this article, we will delve into the origins of the Yukon1000 race and explore the spirit of adventure that drives […]

Team Fortune Favours The Brave #Yukon1000

The Yukon 1000 is the world’s longest paddle race and is totally unsupported, meaning we have to carry all of our own kit, including all the food (in a bear barrel) we will need for 10 days, but we aim to complete the race in 8 days. We will canoe 1000 miles from Whitehorse in Canada along the River Yukon, up into the Arctic and […]

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Hannah’s London Marathon 2023

For me the day was perfect ‘apart from managing an injury the whole time’ but I knew I would be doing that so it was all in the preparation. My training was in two halves first half classic riding high running long miles, second half more yoga and cycling and physio to manage tight legs and hips, so i had to choose to sacrifice the […]

Support us everytime you shop online!

Mental health is an issue that affects us all, and supporting organizations that provide mental health services is crucial. That’s why we’re proud to support YPI Counselling, a charity that provides affordable and accessible counseling services to young people in the UK. If you’re looking for a way to support this fantastic charity, consider using the Easy Fundraising browser extension. By using the Easy Fundraising […]

Ebay 4 Charity

Selling pre-loved clothes on eBay can be a great way to declutter your closet while also supporting a charitable cause. eBay 4 Charity is a program that enables sellers to donate a portion of their sale to a nonprofit organization of their choice. If you’re interested in selling your clothes on eBay and supporting YPI Counselling at the same time, here are some tips to […]

Hannah’s London marathon 2023 fundraiser for YPI Counselling

Hannah has secured herself a place on the London Marathon! She enjoys running, but this will be her first marathon and her biggest challange to date. Having had her own mental health struggles she hopes your donations can make a change to a young persons life and provide that vital emotional support they may need. To show your support, fell free to sponsor her using […]