Exeter property professionals start 165-mile journey for Devon Air Ambulance
A leading Exeter property consultancy is embarking on an epic walking, running and cycling challenge to boost the funds of Devon Air Ambulance.
Fisher German is celebrating its 25th anniversary with its ‘Big 25’ charity challenge, where colleagues will travel between the firm’s 25 UK office locations without using motorised transport to raise money for 25 different charities.
Colleagues from across the firm originally aimed to raise £25,000 from the ambitious relay, but this target has already been smashed, and they are now looking to boost this further. Fisher German also pledged to match-fund any donations up to £25,000 from supporters, meaning that more than £50,000 will be split equally between the 25 charities.
A team from Fisher German’s Exeter office, based at Exeter Business Park, was passed the relay baton by colleagues from Banbury before they began walking, running and cycling 165 miles throughout five days to the firm’s Worcester office.
The team has chosen Devon Air Ambulance as its beneficiary which raises funds to keep Devon’s two air ambulances flying and its fleet of critical care cars responding to patients, wherever they are.
Its four critical care cars allow its medical team to respond quickly by road, especially in urban areas, and they carry the same life-saving equipment as the air ambulances.
Toby Perry, Associate Partner at Fisher German’s Exeter office, said Devon Air Ambulance had been chosen because either colleagues, or someone they know, may benefit from the charity.
He said: “Devon Air Ambulance’s head office is situated near us, and a few of us went over to find out more about what they do. Their work is simply amazing considering the region’s vast geography, with its coastlines, villages, and rural areas, which can make reaching patients by road difficult.
“In some cases, getting the right emergency treatment requires air support, and when the best hospital isn’t the nearest, its helicopters ensure patients reach the most appropriate care much faster.
“We will have an extra member of the team on our challenge too – a miniature version of Devon Air Ambulance’s mascot Ambrose the teddy bear, who rides in their helicopters to keep children calm, will be with us every step of the way.
“Now that autumn has arrived it is going to be a challenging few days, but we’re all looking forward to it and we hope to raise as much money as possible.”
Tracy Hepper, Corporate Partnership Manager at Devon Air Ambulance, said: “Our business partners are vital to strengthening the links we have with the communities we serve.
“When a partnership like Fisher German joins forces with us, they are actively supporting our lifesaving work.
“All of our corporate supporters are at the heart of every mission – helping us to save lives across Devon and beyond every day of the year. This partnership isn't just an investment in a local charity; it's a powerful way to support us and make a real difference to those who need us most.”
The Big 25 challenge coincides with Fisher German undergoing a major rebrand, positioning it as a pioneering, driven consultancy with trusted experts who share knowledge across the business and provide substantial added value to clients.
The firm has also updated its external logo and colours to reflect a shift in mindset, a change in its growth strategy, and its future ambitions.
Big 25 legs have already seen colleagues travel by tandem bikes and unicycles, swim across open water, and even dance in a conga line as part of the mammoth 2,400-mile journey between the offices.
Anyone wishing to donate should visit Fisher German’s GiveWheel link at https://givewheel.com/fundraising/7005/fisher-germans-big-25-challenge/.
