Now here’s a story for the record books. Some people talk about charity work – some celebrities fork over the cash. But few are willing to sweat and work in such an intense way to help to benefit others.
Louis Mariette, a celebrity fashion designer, has set his sights on Mount Kilimanjaro, pledging to conquer the 5,896 mile mountain for The Children’s Trust. He is vice-president of the organization and has taken on the challenge with eight other trekkers. While not climbing one of the highest mountains in the world, Louis makes headpieces for the likes of Rihanna, Kate Moss and Lady Gaga.
As he said, “I know this will be a challenge, but nothing like the brave children, family, friends and team at the Trust experience every day, so I hope I can do them justice. I know that each step I take on this adventurous mountain will be towards a great cause, especially the more challenging higher segments with steeper parts, snow and altitude.”
The Children’s Trust is a British charity that provides care for severely disabled children. They also have rehabilitation facilities for children with acquired brain injury.
Louis explained a bit more about his goals. As he said,
“Trekking the magnificent mountain will be a dream come true. I am even more excited as I want the flora and fauna of nature to inspire me and on my return to the UK I will specially customize a hat and donate to the Trust to be auctioned. Being born in Malawi, living in Swaziland, Botswana throughout my childhood and going back to Africa to Tanzania will touch my soul and will be an emotional uplifting experience.”