Gemma was a well-loved and key member of the EDGE team who sadly passed away in June 2018, aged just 41, following a 15-month battle with cancer.
The Petrie Challenge!
In memory of Gemma Petrie
It goes without saying that as a business we were and still are, devastated by the loss of Gemma and we want to make sure she is always remembered.
To this end, we created ‘The Petrie Challenge’ and committed to undertaking a number of challenges each year to raise money for a worthy cause in Gemma’s memory.
2019 Saw the first year of The Petrie Challenge. It was a huge success raising in excess of £4,000 for Hayward House Hospice, where Gemma spent her last few days.
To this end, we created ‘The Petrie Challenge’ and committed to undertaking a number of challenges each year to raise money for a worthy cause in Gemma’s memory.
2019 Saw the first year of The Petrie Challenge. It was a huge success raising in excess of £4,000 for Hayward House Hospice, where Gemma spent her last few days.
2020 Challenges
The year of Covid meant all fundraising efforts had to take a backseat as lockdowns and socials restrictions dominated all of our lives.
2021 Challenges
EDGE celebrated its 5th Birthday in 2021 and with a combination of events and challenges, raised just over £13k for 5 local charities, donating the money in Gemma's name to St Luke's Hospice, Alzheimers UK West Midlands, Bluebell Wood Children's Hospice, Sheffield Children's Hospital and Babbington Dog Rescue.
2022 And Beyond
Conscious that 2 years of Covid related restrictions have had a huge impact on businesses and individuals, we are taking a break from asking for contributions towards our fundraising. However, EDGE remains committed to remembering Gemma and will continue to donate its own money, each year, in her memory.
