On Saturday 16th May, the Jola cycling team took on the SkegVegas 100 challenge once again, riding in support of two charities: Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre and Derby Kids' Camp.
The team has raised £16,772 so far and there are firm plans to double that total.
The Charities
Both charities have a long history of giving Derbyshire children the chance of a holiday they would not otherwise have, and Adrian, Jola's CEO, has supported their work over a number of years.
Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre — Skegness
For over 130 years, the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre has provided holidays, opportunities and experiences for children across Derbyshire.
A week at the Skegness Centre can make a lasting difference, boosting confidence, broadening horizons and creating lifelong memories. In a safe and structured environment, children are able to relax, make new friends and enjoy being children.
2026 will see the return of holidays at DCHC, continuing the work the charity has carried out for more than a century.
Derby Kids' Camp — Peak District
Established 52 years ago, this entirely volunteer-run charity provides free holidays for over 300 of Derbyshire's children each year, with children nominated by their schools. Across five weeks of summer camp, the team delivers high-quality experiences for children who need a break.
The children who attend Derby Kids' Camp face significant challenges in their day-to-day lives, from poverty and bereavement to social interaction difficulties and the demands placed on young carers. Their week at camp gives them the chance to try new activities, explore new surroundings, make new friends and, importantly, simply enjoy being a child.
Why this matters
Both charities do something straightforward and important: they give children a week that resembles the kind of week every child should have. For many of those children, it is the only holiday they will have all year. Every pound raised by Team Jola goes directly towards making those weeks possible.
Help us double the total
With £16,772 already raised, Team Jola has set itself the goal of doubling that figure in the coming weeks. The JustGiving page remains open, and contributions of any size will be put to direct use by the two charities ahead of the summer holiday programme.
Donate to Team Jola on JustGiving
Thank you to everyone who has supported Team Jola, DCHC and Derby Kids' Camp so far. The team is grateful for every donation and every share.
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