Yukon Solo

My name is Dan and I’m raising funds to facilitate my wilderness paddle on the Hess and Stewart rivers in the heart of the Yukon, Selwyn Mountains of North western Canada.

I am raising funds for two charities :

Launchpad & Team forces

Launchpad exists to provide accommodation and other support, with the expertise of specialist providers, so these unfortunate veterans can stabilise their lives and make a successful transition from military to civilian life.

For some, Launchpad may be a brief stepping-stone, giving them time to adjust quickly, for example those who have just left the armed forces but have left resettlement plans late, or are briefly in transit from one job to another or one location to another.

However, 90% of residents who come to us were homeless immediately before arrival and some come through release from prison. Many of the residents have mental health issues, ranging from anxiety to service and non-service-related PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder). Some need help with addictions to alcohol and drugs. Others have found themselves homeless because of relationship and family breakdowns or not being able to secure paid employment.

Team Forces delivers social impact across the armed forces community through the power of sport, challenge and adventure. Our initiatives improve health, wellbeing and recovery by promoting excellence, equality and inclusion

Any donation big or small would help me greatly appreciated and will have a positive impact these two two fantastic charities .