The Paddle Against Poverty event took place on the 1st of April 2023, starting from Wollongong Harbour at 8am. This year marked the 23rd time that the event has been held, with around 90 paddlers joining the cause.
Accompanied by a fleet of boats, surf rescue and marine rescue teams, the paddlers made their way towards Thirroul. The conditions were ideal, with a helpful southerly swell and light offshore winds, followed by southerly tailwinds. The paddlers successfully completed the journey, arriving at their destination safely.
The event was a huge success, with over $38,000 raised to support three sponsees: Surfaid, Juraki Surf, and Mercy Huts. This achievement was made possible by the incredible effort and dedication of all involved, including the paddlers and their donors, support teams, and event organizers.
The organizers expressed their gratitude to God and the local business sponsors who supported the event. They also thanked the major partner, Tibra Foundation, for their generous support.
Overall, the Paddle Against Poverty 2023 was a great success, and the organizers are already looking forward to next year's event, hoping to expand it to multiple locations across Australia.
To learn more about the event and its cause, visit the website or check their social media channels.
For future enquiries contact : Sandon Groves (Paddle Against Poverty, Wollongong Event Coordinator) via email at sandongrovespaddle@gmail.com
Website: https://paddle-against-poverty-23.raisely.com/
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