WATCH: Laois lads pass €30,000 in Spanish cycle for Midlands Down Syndrome Centre
Powerpoint Engineering Portlaoise crew cycling 543km to Santiago de Compostela
Four men who work in a Laois business are in the saddle right now in Spain, on a massive fundraising cycle.
David Phelan, Johan Erasmus, Conor McGarry & Gavin are doing Powerpoint Engineering’s 4th annual charity cycle, travelling 543km in Spain over four days.
They set out on Thursday, August 22 from Santander and expect to reach their destination, the Santiago de Compostela on Sunday, August 25.
They are raising much needed funds for Down Syndrome Centre Midlands CLG, and have raised an incredible €30,468 already in their online Gofundme.com page.
They have an update for Day 1 of the Cycle. (below video of the guys setting off).
"Our charity cycle for Down Syndrome Center (@dsc_midlands) has officially started! Today, the team is cycling 148 KM from Santander to Colunga.
"It’s been an incredible journey so far, and we’re just getting started. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to pedal towards our goal in support of the Down Syndrome Centre Midlands.
"You can make a difference too! Consider donating to our cause. The donation link is in our bio or attached in this post: [https://gofund.me/4129de5b]. Every contribution counts, no matter the size. Together, we can create a brighter future for individuals with Down Syndrome,". they say.