Tracey Howe has been recognised with a prestigious Pride of Scotland Award after raising nearly £70,000 for charity through an extraordinary 5,000-mile walk around the coastline of mainland Britain in memory of her late wife, Angela White.
Tracey, from Glasgow, was named Fundraiser of the Year at the Pride of Scotland Awards, which celebrates individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to communities across the country.
The award recognises Tracey’s remarkable commitment to honouring Angela’s memory while raising vital funds for five charities that supported the couple during Angela’s illness: The Beatson, Marie Curie, brainstrust, Breast Cancer Now and CoppaFeel! Over the course of a year, she walked the entire coastline of mainland Britain, covering approximately 5,000 miles and inspiring thousands of people with her determination, resilience and compassion.
Along the way, Tracey connected with people from all walks of life, sharing stories,raising awareness and encouraging conversations around grief and loss. She also handed out thousands of crocheted hearts in memory of Angela to people she met throughout her trek. By the end of the challenge, she had raised nearly £70,000 for the five charities.
Will Jones brainstrust CEO commented ” Incredible fundraising comes from a formidable scale of passion and a desire to make a change for others. Tracey has turned her own devastating loss into a force for change – she has walked thousands of miles, and as a result has enabled charities, like brainstrust, to help thousands of others. She has channelled challenge, courage and compassion to bring everyone she’s on this journey with her. Congratulations Tracey on your award.”
