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# Ipswich Traitors star to trek Machu Picchu for charity – more than £1,700 raised already
- URL: https://www.ipswich.co.uk/ipswich-traitors-star-to-trek-machu-picchu-for-charity/
- Published: 2024-08-12T12:39:16.000Z
- Updated: 2026-03-16T15:37:52.000Z
- Description: Fay Greaves, known for her appearance on The Traitors, will embark on a challenging trek to Machu Picchu in September to raise funds for several charities. The expedition aims to support organisations focused on youth development and mental health.
- Author: Oliver Rouane-Williams
- Tags: News, Grants, Donations & Fundraising, Changemakers, #article, #Import 2026-03-16 14:46

**Why it matters:** Fay is leveraging her increased public profile to support causes close to her heart, particularly those benefiting young people and mental health initiatives.

**The big picture:** The trek, running from 4-13 September, will raise money for multiple charities, including:

- Ripple Suicide Prevention
- Dame Kelly Holmes Trust
- NSPCC
- Dallaglio Rugby Works
- Elements Support Child in Care

**Key details:**

- Fay aims to donate the first £3,000 to the Dame Kelly Holmes Trust
- Additional funds of up to £12,000 will be split among the other charities
- She was inspired to join the trek after a conversation with Dame Kelly Holmes

![Fay Greaves](https://storage.ghost.io/c/29/1e/291e4b7f-e551-4458-b546-61963954b22f/content/images/2026/03/1723466149-fay-greaves-1.jpg)

Fay Greaves Photo: Fay Greaves (Fay Greaves)

**What she's saying:** "After working in education for 30 years with some of our most traumatised adolescent children, I know the transformative power of sport, coaching, mentoring and being the constant for young people who have little to no purpose or a sense of belonging," she said.

**Between the lines:** Greaves has had a 30-year career in education and welfare, focusing on supporting young individuals with mental health struggles. Her charity choices reflect her professional background and personal values:

- All selected charities support young people in various ways
- Her roles range from ambassador to campaigner to fundraiser

**What's next:** Those interested in supporting Greaves' fundraising efforts can donate through [Given Gain](https://www.givengain.com/project/fay-raising-funds-for-dame-kelly-holmes-trust-80739?ref=ipswich.co.uk). At the time of writing, over £1,700 has been raised.

**The bottom line:** This trek represents Greaves' commitment to using her platform from The Traitors to impact youth development and mental health support positively.

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