A MAYOR is set to step out of her comfort zone when she takes on a skydive for charity.
Councillor Karen King, the Mayor of Redcar and Cleveland, will take part in the jump to raise money for her two mayoral charities – The Junction in Redcar, a charity which supports vulnerable young people aged five to 25, and Still Parents – a baby bereavement support group for families.
The idea to take part in the skydive came from the Mayor’s sister-in-law Lorraine King, who will be helping Karen with fundraising and will also be jumping alongside her.
Cllr King said: “This is going to be an adrenaline-filled experience and it is something I’ve never done before. However, I’m really looking forward to it and delighted to be continuing to raise money for two very worthwhile charities which do excellent work both in the local area and nationwide.”
People can find out more information or donate online by going to www.gofundme.com/mayors-fundraisers-for-charity
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