Dorset's RNLI ask us to take on the Mayday Mile
The charity's revealed they saved 42 lives in the South West last year
The RNLI launched their lifeboats 1,413 times in the South West in 2022, saving 42 lives.
That's a 14% increase on 2021, leading to a call for people to support them ahead of what's likely to be another busy season.
The charity's asking us to sign up for the Mayday Mile.
We're asked to take on the challenge of covering a mile a day for the month of May - by walking, jogging, skipping, hopping - however you like!
All the money raised will help to provide the vital training and equipment that is needed to keep its lifesavers safe, while they risk their own lives to save others.
Lucy Ashton, Regional Engagement Lead at the RNLI, said:
"The RNLI has been saving lives at sea for very nearly 200 years. Our incredible lifeboat crews across the south west launched over 1,400 times last year to help those in need, and our lifeguards kept people safe across our beaches. We are so proud of our brave and selfless lifesavers.
"As a charity, we rely on the generous support of members of the public to continue this lifesaving work. We need ongoing fundraising – now, more than ever – to keep providing our lifesavers with the best equipment and training for their important lifesaving role, which is why we’re calling on people to support our lifesavers this May.
"Every Mayday Mile completed will help give our lifesavers everything they need to continue to keep people safe this summer – and beyond. It’s so easy to get involved, and to have fun whilst helping the RNLI save lives."
You can find out more about the Mayday Mile on the RNLI website.