Chris Bishop, managing partner at Slater Heelis solicitors is taking part in #100kMay

Chris Bishop, managing partner at Slater Heelis solicitors, is taking part in #100kMay, where he is running the equivalent of over two marathons, in an effort to raise money for the charity, Helping Uganda Schools (HUGS).

Slater Heelis, a Manchester-based full-service law firm has pledged to help build a dormitory at the Little Shepherd Primary School in Rutunguru, Uganda, with the money raised.

Funds from the challenge will allow 100 girls, aged between five and 11, to have a safe learning environment, as the new dormitory will house a new study area with electric lighting, so that lessons can continue into the evening.

One of the main priorities for the fundraiser is to improve the health and safety of both staff and pupils at the Little Shepherd Primary School. The money raised by Chris and Slater Heelis, will be used to build accommodation to ensure the safety of staff, and will also help to provide better quality food, and a safer living environment.

Chris, who has fundraised for the charity HUGS ever since his dad passed away, contines to follow in his father’s charitable footsteps. He will fundraise further for the Ugandan school, due to the harsh recent experience of the country, in relation to its coronavirus lockdown measures.

Chris Bishop, managing partner at Slater Heelis solicitors said: “Hearing updates from Uganda, and how strict lockdown measures mean citizens are unable to earn the basic money they need to live, and receive any education, really puts everything into perspective.

“Working with HUGS to create a safe place for children to learn and thrive despite these terrible circumstances is such an important cause, and myself and Slater Heelis are hoping to support these school children in whatever way we can – hopefully the #100kMay will be a great start.”

If you would like to support and donate to Chris as he takes on 100k May to raise money for the charity, Helping Uganda Schools, visit: https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/charity-web/charity/finalCharityHomepage.action?charityId=1002429&pageId=1176917