On Tuesday, 6th August, Loren Tutty, 41, took to the skies from Sandown Airport and leapt from 10,000ft, raising over £3,000 for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance.
This remarkable feat was performed in memory of Stephen Tutty and in support of the charity chosen as Top Mops Limited’s Charity of the Year.
Heroic attempts made by air ambulance team left a lasting impression
Stephen Tutty, the father of Mark Tutty, Founder and Managing Director of Top Mops and Loren’s husband, tragically passed away on Boxing Day 2019.
Despite the valiant efforts of the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance team, Stephen succumbed to his illness. The heroic attempts made by the air ambulance team that day left a lasting impression on Mark and Loren, igniting their desire to support the service in Stephen’s memory.
Tutty: Their dedication and professionalism were awe-inspiring
Mark Tutty shared,
“The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance played a crucial role during a dire time for our family.
“Their dedication and professionalism were awe-inspiring, and we wanted to give back to this vital service that means so much to us.”
Loren faced some delays due to rain on the morning of her jump, but the skies cleared by afternoon, allowing the first plane to take off at 2pm. Loren took the leap at 5:30pm, marking a significant moment in her fundraising journey.
Tutty: Poignant reminders of why support for Air Ambulance is crucial
Reflecting on her experience, Loren said,
“My father-in-law was taken ill on Boxing Day 2019, and the air ambulance was called. The paramedics were like trained athletes when they came through the front door. They immediately worked on him and brought him round. Sadly, he passed away some time later.
“I’m also doing this for Betsy Rose Riley, my friend Leanda Collins’ daughter. Betsy Rose was born at just 25 weeks, and although the air ambulance couldn’t get there because it was on another emergency, their story serves as a poignant reminder of why our support is crucial.”
More than £3,000 raised
Loren has raised £3,024 to date, including Gift Aid, for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance. The service requires an average of £13,000 a day to run, with each mission costing approximately £3,500.
The funds raised by Loren’s sky dive contribute significantly to sustaining this essential service.
Tutty: We are incredibly proud of Loren’s bravery
Mark Tutty said,
“We are incredibly proud of Loren’s bravery and commitment.
“Her efforts not only honour Stephen’s memory, but also support the air ambulance in saving more lives.”
Show your support
To help increase this total and cover the cost of at least one mission, Loren’s Just Giving page remains open for donations. Those wishing to contribute can do so by visiting: Loren’s Just Giving Page.
News shared by Sarah on behalf of Top Mopps. Ed
