The Burnt Chef Project has announced its tallest fundraising challenge yet: a climb of Africa’s highest peak, Kilimanjaro. Taking place between the 19th-29th September 2025, the trip promises to be an incredible journey as participants will take on the infamous Lemosho route from the base to the summit in order to raise vital funds to support mental health awareness within hospitality.
Guided by mountaineering experts to conquer one of the world’s Seven Summits, those who take on the challenge can expect a truly life changing experience – not just for themselves, but for their peers who will be able to access crucial mental health support services thanks to their efforts. This extraordinary challenge pushes the boundaries of resilience, teamwork and community support with likeminded individuals, incorporating key values that are championed by The Burnt Chef Project every day. Each of these values look to end the stigma around mental health in the hospitality workplace and provide a dedicated global support network for individuals and businesses alike.
An incredible challenge
With a target of £30,000, all funds raised from the Kilimanjaro climb will go towards:
- Burnt Chef E-learning Academy
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Free Resources and 27/4 Support Services
- Ambassador scheme
- Marketing overheads
Kris Hall, founder of The Burnt Chef Project, said of this year’s fundraising challenge: “We’re thrilled to officially launch ‘Climb Kilimanjaro with The Burnt Chef Project’ as this year’s fundraiser. It’s an incredible challenge – one that will take endless resilience and teamwork to complete. It offers those who are passionate about making a difference in an industry where the stigma of mental health awareness needs to end, a once in a lifetime experience to not only see one of the most incredible mountains in the world, but most importantly make a real difference in hospitality by providing funds to support the continued work of The Burnt Chef Project across the hospitality industry.”
Further details:
Participants will have the option to be fully self-funded or part-funded, both with a deposit of £800+VAT in order to secure a place and are recommended to raise a minimum of £1500. By undertaking this challenge all funds raised will go to support the work The Burnt Chef Project does across the hospitality industry, both in the UK and around the world.
For more information on taking part, registering and key FAQ’s please visit: https://www.theburntchefproject.com/services-for-individuals/individual-fundraisers/kilimanjaro-2025-fundraiser?srsltid=AfmBOorgJvKnj1j-fO-CzW5j1PBM5JTmRSuDbAdg_YEHW7Q3ATVYqvB-
