Hands Across the Water was founded in 2005 to help children orphaned by the tsunami on Boxing Day 2004. Since then, the Australian charity has raised over $27 million through various fundraising campaigns and now operates seven homes and projects across Thailand, supporting over 350 Thai children and their communities.

The foundation's annual "Ride to Provide" tour is an epic long-distance cycling event, covering 800 scenic kilometers along the Gulf of Thailand in eight days. The donations collected are essential to funding this remarkable charity.

With borders closed, Hand Across the Water has launched a fundraising campaign here in Australia. The 100km challenge in September aims to raise AUD 100,000. Individuals, colleagues, families, and friends are invited to join the foundation and walk, run, swim, or cycle 100km in September.

Throughout the month, there will be numerous opportunities for interaction, including various activities that people can participate in, such as the launch of the Hands Heroes podcast, in which founder Peter Baines will have conversations with some truly extraordinary people.

We have long appreciated your support, and this is our small contribution to give something back to you during these difficult times.

Participation in the challenge is free and there is no minimum donation requirement. Check out the challenge and share it with anyone who might appreciate the motivation to get more exercise in September and learn more about the children in Thailand supported by Hands Across the Water.

https://www.handsacrossthewater.org.au/event/hands-hero-100k-challenge