A charity boss has turned a lift into her temporary office as part of a quirky fundraising challenge.
Chantelle Mead, chief executive of the Independent Living Centre in Semington, is spending three weeks working from inside the building's lift to raise funds and awareness for urgently needed building improvements.
She said: "As a small charity, we simply can’t absorb costs like this, so I’ve tried to do something a little unusual that would get people talking.
"By taking on the challenge myself, I wanted to show my personal commitment to my team, the building, and the people who rely on us, and that I’m willing to do whatever it takes to fund the work needed."
The challenge doubles as a fundraiser, with pieces of furniture added to her makeshift office as donations are met.
A cushion will be added at the £100 mark, a chair at £500, and a full desk once £1,000 is raised.
To donate or follow Ms Mead’s progress, visit https://gofund.me/7ad5d7cfb.
Funds will support essential building work to ensure the centre remains safe, warm and accessible for all users.
Critical projects include a full electrical rewire, a replacement boiler, and a new lift.
The lift is particularly important, as the centre delivers occupational therapy advice and assessments for disabled people, older adults and those with long-term health conditions.
It also houses multiple other charities and support organisations.
The centre is appealing for donations and support from grant funders, and has already received contributions from the Hobson Charity and Stiltz Homelifts.
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