Captain Tom inspires 14 year old Charlie to help NHS staff

Charlie, from Hastings, wanted to raise funds for Care2Share, a group who provide packages to help improve the working life of local NHS staff and care workers.

The group provides items such as hand creams, mints, bottled water and lip balm.

Mum Teri explained: “After Captain Tom died, Charlie was inspired by his 100 challenge and wanted to do something in his honour, to raise money for Care2 Share.

“He started the day after Captain Tom died and set out to raise £100 by cycling 100km in 10 days. He completed this on Saturday February 13, having currently raised over £1,500.

“However, now he has decided to continue cycling until the end of lockdown, 10km a day and keep the fundraising page open with the hope of raising even more money. He has now completed 160km.”

Charlie said: “I was hugely inspired by Captain Tom Moore and wanted to follow his example.

If you would like to support Charlie in his efforts, visit his Just Giving page at www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/teri-white?utm_term=3b78y87X6