Student on a high for Africa funds
John Macdonald will climb Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, with all proceeds from the trip going to the Mount Kilimanjaro First Aid Community Programme.
The 19-year-old, currently studying for an HNC in sports coaching at West Lothian College, will also be teaching first aid to children at a Tanzanian orphanage and helping to raise the standard of living in nearby communities.
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Hide AdHe will raise £2700 to take part in the trip and has begun organising fundraising events, including a non-uniform day at his former high school, a race night at his football club and a Zumba night.
Mr Macdonald said: “Getting involved and being able to give my time to people who need it is a hundred times better than just donating money.”