PALO ALTO, Calif., Sept. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Plume completed its fourth annual #PlumeStrong Cycling Challenge (#PSCC24), a five-stage 824km route from Zurich, Switzerland to Venice, Italy, September 2-6, 2024. #PSCC is a fundraiser benefiting #PlumeStrong, Plume's social impact initiative with a mission to empower communities around the world through meaningful efforts that advance health, education, equality, efficiency, sustainability, innovation and security. #PlumeStrong envisions a world where more individuals, especially children, have access to education, resources and opportunities.
#PSCC24 and its supporters raised over €610,000, beating their original goal of €550,000. Recently, #PlumeStrong and their charity partner Street Child announced that funds raised at #PSCC24 will support Street Child's work in Sierra Leone.
During the five-day ride along the iconic mountain passes of Switzerland and Italy, Plume employees and corporate partners were joined by #PlumeStrong ambassadors including three-time Tour de France winner Tadej Pogacar, Slovenian professional racing cyclist Urška Zigart, currently with the Riv Al Ula Jayco World Team, British Grand Prix bike racer Scott Ogden, currently competing in the 2024 Moto3 World Championship with MLav Racing, and Guinness and WUCA world record holder, elite ultra cyclist and coach Marco Barrow.
#PSCC24 and its supporters raised over €610,000, beating their original goal of €550,000. Recently, #PlumeStrong and its charity partner Street Child announced that funds raised at #PSCC24 will support Street Child's work in Sierra Leone. The initial goal was to build 15 rural secondary schools, provide quality education to over 1,500 children per year, train teachers, and establish community farming projects to sustain the schools. With surplus funds already raised, #PlumeStrong and Street Child are now expanding the project to build five more schools, bringing the total to 20.
Fari Diner
“I'm so proud of the #PlumeStrong team's accomplishments,” said Plume Founder and CEO Fari Diner. “We set goals for this year's ride and once again we exceeded them. The #PlumeStrong Cycling Challenge 2024 (#PSCC24) was a serious 'challenge' – not just a social ride – and everyone who participated should feel an incredible sense of accomplishment. And, more importantly, it was a successful fundraiser to help Street Child provide further educational opportunities for children. Like the ride itself, it was a brilliantly organized team effort and I'm so grateful for the dedication of our employees, sponsors, partners, support team and everyone who donated to #PSCC24. On behalf of everyone at Plume, a huge thank you to everyone.”
Lucinda Dannatt
“We're thrilled with the success of the #PlumeStrong Cycling Challenge 2024, having surpassed our original fundraising goal,” said Lucinda Dannatt, Director of Policy Development and Co-Founder at Street Child. “Thanks to the incredible dedication of #PlumeStrong and our supporters, Street Child will be able to build five new secondary schools, bringing the total to 20, ensuring at least 2,000 children in Sierra Leone have the opportunity to receive a quality education. We're so grateful to everyone who braved the 800km of mountain roads and those who supported us with donations and sponsorships. Your dedication has made this incredible achievement possible.”
Tadej Pogacar
“Participating in the #PlumeStrong Challenge has been the proudest moment of my life and I'm happy to be cycling again with #PlumeStrong,” said Tadej Pogačar. “I know the importance of giving back to those in need and this cycling challenge is one of the best ways to do that. The funds raised today will impact people in Sierra Leone and beyond and I'm honored to be a part of this amazing initiative.”
Urszka Zygart
“I'm honored to be part of this amazing community that is so committed to providing opportunities to communities around the world,” said Urszka Zygart. “Becoming a #PlumeStrong ambassador is a milestone for me, and is made even more exciting by the fact that we are building a bridge with the cycling world. I look forward to taking part in these challenges for years to come.”
Watch the #PSCC24 recap video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2mPn2VA_nI
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