Sue and Allan Piggott

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Sue was in Cambodia in 2019 and had the opportunity to see the first buildings going up in this very needy area on the outskirts of Siem Reap. Of course we knew this was going to be so much more than just a school. Education is so important for the future of these young Cambodians, but the extra support that is given to them and their families via the health and nutrition programs, outreach support and more, is going to have a huge ripple effect for all the families connected to REACH Siem Reap.

While travelling in Cambodia we’ve been really impressed by the determination of the younger generation to want to be educated and do all they can to lift themselves out of poverty not just for themselves, but also for their families and their country.

In 2019 we never dreamt that COVID-19 would hit and have such an impact on Cambodia and its people who rely so heavily on the tourist industry. Even basic everyday needs now become a huge challenge for these families living in poverty.

REACH opened just in time to enrol students and connect with them and their families before it was closed due to COVID. But the ever creative imagination and passion of Emily and the REACH team has meant that they have found ways to continue to help their REACH families despite them not being at school.

It was an easy decision to get right behind this 2021 "Side-by-Side" Charity Bike Ride challenge. The support for the young Riders through these challenging months of COVID, as they train and prepare as their families are supported with food and necessities is wonderful. I’m sure it will be life changing for them and the funds raised for the school will be invaluable. We have not committed to riding the 200 kms here (this time anyway??), but we do love hopping on our eBikes and riding along the beautiful Fleurieu Peninsula coast when we can. Do eBikes count? We’ll make sure we do some kms in January thinking of the riders as we do. We may be lucky enough to have a cooler south coast breeze to help us along.

Please help us support this awesome event. We have opted to also Sponsor a Youth to do the Charity Bike Ride. All funds raised will support REACH’s programs for families in need. Every dollar counts but no amount it too small.

"Just as ripples spread out when a single pebble is dropped into the water, the actions of individuals can have far-reaching effects" (Dalai Lama)

Let’s do it!
Sue & Allan

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