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Apr 2023
48m 52s

Exploring Challenges and Fundraising for...

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On this episode we are joined by Milly Larmer, who is the Partnerships, Sponsorships & Operations Manager for renowned charity Gulf For Good.


Milly loves pretty much any activity that will get her outdoors and pushing her limits. Having trekked across the Indian Himalayas, travelled to many parts of the world, and taken on the role of Trek Leader for the Women’s Heritage Walk, a 125KM hike across the UAE desert, Milly is super excited to channel her competitive spirit to help others around the world as part of the Gulf for Good team.


On this episode Milly discusses;

  • Her 17 years in the Middle East
  • Raising Over $5 Million for 333,000 Children
  • Exploring the Roots of Philanthropy
  • Climbing Chimbarazo
  • Managing Type 1 Diabetes While Climbing Mountains
  • Her cervical cancer diagnosis
  • Introducing her colleague Jen Sault & the Thrift for Good Initiatives
  • Corporate Sponsorship and Volunteer Challenges with Gulf For Good


To find out how you can support this incredible charity, visit the Gulf For Good Website HERE.


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