Zen Internet races to raise money for Rochdale Children’s Moorland Home

Zen runners after the Great Manchester Run

Runners from Rochdale-based Zen Internet, took part in the annual great Manchester Run on Sunday 16th May. 

A team of 45 employees ran the 10Km race to raise money for Zen's chosen charity, The Rochdale Children's Moorland Home. 

This is the seventh year that Zen employees have taken part in the run to raise money for its chosen charity, with all of its runners have committed to raising at least £40 each for the charity.

Caroline Taylor, HR Manager and a Head of Zen’s Social and Charities Committee, said: "This is an important charity event for Zen and we aim to raise more by offering a chance for everyone to get involved, whether they are actually running or simply donating online.

“We have built up an excellent relationship with Rochdale Children’s Moorland Home through in-house events such as our recent Easter raffle, with all proceeds going to this charity.”

Rochdale Children's Moorland Home is in open Moorland little just over a mile from Whitworth, Rochdale.

From April to October, it opens its door for some 350 youngsters to enjoy a free week-long break.

The Home’s running costs are met mainly from charitable donations and during term time, school parties, including children with disabilities from the borough's special schools benefit.

It is run by a very small group of dedicated staff, who work around the clock to look after children from very poor backgrounds and give them the attention that they may not receive at home.

Zen raised over £3,000 for its chosen charity in 2009, The New Children's Hospital Appeal, so are hoping to match or exceed this year's £3,000 Great Manchester Run fundraising target.

To help Zen raise more today simply visit http://www.charitygiving.co.uk/zeninternet.