The Harris Calnan team has successfully completed their charity abseil down the iconic Leadenhall Building in London, raising money and awareness for Maggie’s, a charity that provides vital support to people living with cancer and their families.
After weeks of fundraising and preparation, members of our team joined a fantastic group of professionals from across the construction and property industry to descend the 225-metre-tall Leadenhall Building, better known as the ‘Cheesegrater’. It was an unforgettable experience and one that pushed everyone well outside their comfort zones, all in aid of an incredibly worthwhile cause.
While it was certainly a challenge, it was also a fantastic opportunity to come together with industry colleagues and demonstrate the strength of our sector when supporting charities that make such a meaningful difference to people’s lives.
Supporting Maggie’s
Maggie’s provides free practical, emotional and psychological support to people with cancer, as well as their family and friends. Their centres are located alongside major NHS hospitals, offering welcoming spaces where people can access expert advice and support whenever they need it.
From helping people understand a diagnosis and navigate treatment, to providing financial guidance, emotional support and wellbeing services, Maggie’s takes a holistic approach to cancer care. Their centres are designed to feel calm, welcoming and non-clinical, giving people somewhere they can talk openly, ask questions or simply take a moment away from the pressures of hospital appointments.
Every year, Maggie’s supports thousands of people across the UK, helping individuals and families navigate one of the most difficult periods of their lives. It is an incredible charity, and we’re proud to have played a small part in helping raise funds to support their ongoing work.
Thank You to Everyone Who Supported Us
We’d like to say a huge thank you to everyone who donated, shared our fundraising page and encouraged the team throughout the challenge. Every contribution has helped us raise valuable funds for Maggie’s, and we’re incredibly grateful for the generosity shown by our clients, colleagues, friends and families.
A special congratulations goes to our team of Colin, Jack, Ruairi and Victoria, who completed the challenge on behalf of Harris Calnan, alongside Agim from Malci Construction, Becky from Hillier Hopkins LLP, Gresh from Ember Lighting, Greg from Turner & Townsend, Lynne from Flower Michelin Architects and Tim from Structural Design Studio.
It was fantastic to see so many professionals from across the construction and property industry come together in support of such an important cause, and we’re proud to have shared the experience with them all.
There’s Still Time to Donate
Although we’ve now completed the challenge, our fundraising is still open and it’s not too late to support Maggie’s.
Every donation, no matter the size, helps the charity continue providing free support to people living with cancer and those closest to them.
If you would like to make a donation, you can still do so via our JustGiving page:
justgiving.com/team/harriscalnan
Thank you once again to everyone who has supported us throughout this challenge. We’re incredibly proud to have been part of it.
