Major Phil Packer Joins Forces With Papworth Trust
I have just been sent the press release below by Kerry Atkinson at Papworth Trust.
Inspirational figure, Phil Packer, who has received the Pride of Britain and BBC Sports Personality of the Year awards, has raised millions of pounds for charity. Today it was announced that he will become an Envoy for leading disability charity Papworth Trust.
Phil Packer said: “It’s an honour to become an Envoy for Papworth Trust. They carry out some tremendous work and I feel privileged to have met some service-users and the dedicated staff who are clearly devoted and committed to making a significance difference to others. I look forward to a close relationship with Papworth Trust in the future.”
Phil’s role will range from taking part in fundraising events to celebrating the achievements of the Trust’s service-users.
As part of the relationship, Papworth Trust CEO Adrian Bagg will also act as an advisor on disability-related issues in the development of Phil’s new £15m Centre. Named the British Inspiration Trust (BRIT), the Centre will inspire young people facing adversity between the ages of 16 and 25.
Adrian Bagg said: “Phil has achieved so much including the Channel Row, London Marathon and El Capitan Climb. His focus now is on supporting disabled people and it’s clear that he shares our passion. Working in partnership will help us to achieve even more.”
If you would like to support Papworth Trust to achieve its mission, visit www.papworth.org.uk/supportus.
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