For an ordinary man, the 2,553 mile trek from Perth to Sydney might seem daunting, but Paul French is no ordinary man; he's a Stormtrooper.
In the hopes of raising money for the Starlight Foundation and attracting attention to the ill and hospitalized children of Australia, Paul French has resolved to walk five days a week, every week until he's crossed the continent. At his current pace -- about 25 miles a day -- he's expected to complete the voyage in six months, but the trooper is resolute. After all, this time he's fighting for a worthy cause.
Why a Stormtrooper? It's unclear, but my guess is that between the helmet and armor, the uniform is enough to keep him warm during Australia's tepid winter.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Fundraising Treks
- Opportunity for individuals to undertake long-distance treks for charity and raising awareness for a cause.
- Cause-based Costumes
- Increasing trend of individuals wearing unique costumes to draw attention to charitable causes.
- Creative Philanthropy
- Emerging trend of individuals finding creative and unconventional ways to raise money for charitable organizations.
Sectors Adopting This
- Charitable Organizations
- Charitable organizations can explore partnering with individuals undertaking long-distance treks to raise funds and awareness.
- Costume Retail and Design
- Opportunity for costume designers and retailers to cater to the demand for unique costumes that support charitable causes.
- Adventure Tourism
- Adventure tourism industry can tap into the trend of individuals seeking unique and challenging treks for fundraising purposes.
