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The funds raised will support young islanders mental health.
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), has announced that £20,000 was raised for Mind Jersey through its inaugural RBC Race for the Kids Jersey.
The funds will go to Mind Jersey’s Youthful Minds participation group, enabling them to continue the valuable work the organisation does in identifying and supporting young islanders with mental health issues.
The RBC Race for the Kids brings together local communities with RBC employees, their families and friends, to raise money for youth-focused charities. The global family fun run, takes place in cities including London, New York, Chicago, Toronto, Sydney and Hong Kong, and has so far raised over CAD $38 million for youth-focused charities.
The inaugural RBC Race for the Kids Jersey brought together over 700 participants who together with friends, family, colleagues and dogs walked, ran, jogged and wheeled the 2.5K and 5K courses.
David Bailey, Chief Financial Officer at RBC Wealth Management International, said: “We are delighted that Jersey is now part of the RBC Race for the Kids family. It was fantastic to see so many islanders of all ages, from one to 71, out in support of our community’s youth. We want to say a big thank you to everyone that took part in supporting and raising money for this important cause.
“Young people are a key focus for the bank, whether through charitable initiatives or working with like-minded organisations. The next generation is is hugely important, and we are determined to support them wherever we can. We are now very much looking forward to an even bigger race next year.”
To see pictures from the day or for more information, please visit https://www.rbcraceforthekidsjersey.com/
