Coleraine man Robert Nethery's incredible £13k fundraising for RNLI in memory of his brother Christopher
A Coleraine man who undertook a series of challenges in memory of his brother has raised an incredible £13,750 for Portrush RNLI.
Last week representatives of Portrush RNLI had the pleasure of welcoming Robert Nethery and his family to the Lifeboat Station where they handed over the huge amount of money.
The cheque presentation was the culmination of a series of events and challenges undertaken by Robert over a six month period from April to October 2024.
He undertook the challenges as he wanted to honour the memory of his late brother Christopher. Robert chose Portrush RNLI because his family wanted to give something back to the charity for the help and support they provided at the difficult time following Christopher’s death.
“I completed the Causeway Coast 20 mile trail run, the full Belfast marathon and hiked the highest peaks of Northern Ireland’s six counties,” said Robert.
“Alongside that, I hosted a rock ‘n’ roll bingo night and a quiz night in the Railway Arms, Coleraine.
“I am very thankful for all the support I received from businesses, community groups, friends and family for helping make it the success that it was.”
Portrush RNLI Lifeboat Operations Manager Beni McAllister welcomed the family and thanked Robert for his amazing achievement.
The RNLI, the charity that saves lives at sea, is celebrating its 200th anniversary this year. The vast majority of RNLI people are volunteers - ordinary people doing extraordinary things - supported by expert staff, all working together to help communities at home and abroad save lives.