On 1st October, Aikens in collaboration with a team of mountain leaders will lead 40 people on a trek up the highest free-standing mountain in the world. The expedition will cover 19,341 feet across eight days.
Aikens will be preparing a welcome meal for all trekkers alongside a campfire dinner on day four of the challenge, at which point the group will have climbed 9,187 feet. To date Only A Pavement Away has placed over 660 people into employment.
Greg Mangham, Only A Pavement Away founder and chief executive, said: “With rising numbers of people facing homeless and increased pressures on the hospitality sector, our mission has never felt so important.
“Only A Pavement Away has the ability to provide people with stability through long term employment in hospitality, while also bringing untapped talent into our sector. However, we can’t do it without great supporters.
“Incredible initiatives such as these are a huge support for the charity, so we want to thank all those who have signed up so far and begun fundraising, especially our charity patron Tom Aikens for his support. We’re with you all the way.”
There are limited spaces left on the trek, if you would like to take part contact: events@onlyapavementaway.co.uk. If you would like to donate, visit here.