The significant donation was the result of Darroch’s grueling Ironman Western Australia journey—a 226km endurance race—where $4,000 was raised through the incredible kindness of friends, family, and supporters. To maximize the impact, Mad Monkey matched the total amount raised, doubling the final contribution to $8,000.
For Darroch, the mission was deeply personal. As a parent of a child who is autistic and has a speech delay, he knows firsthand how essential specialized support and early intervention are for families.
“It was an absolute pleasure to hand over this donation,” said Alex Darroch. “As a parent, I understand how challenging this journey can be and just how important the right support and awareness are—not only for the children but for entire families. Access to specialized education and care can make a life-changing difference, and seeing this community come together to support Rabbit School has been truly humbling.”
To make this donation possible, Darroch pushed through a 3.8km swim, a 180km bike ride, and a 42.2km full marathon. The funds delivered will go directly toward strengthening the school’s education system and clearing the waiting list for new students.
Where the Impact Goes:
- Protecting the System: Funding trained teachers’ salaries and ongoing specialist professional development.
- Daily Operations: Providing learning materials, equipment, and the operational costs of running specialized classrooms.
- Growth & Access: Helping the school work toward opening new classrooms for children who have spent years on waiting lists with nowhere else to turn.
While the donation has been delivered, the “Big Push” for education continues. Mad Monkey remains committed to its long-standing partnership with the Rabbit School to ensure that every child in Cambodia has access to the care and education they deserve.
How to Support the Rabbit School
The community is encouraged to continue supporting the school’s mission through the following channels:
- Online Donations (Within Cambodia): Donate directly via the Rabbit School Cambodia website (Note: Please add the remark: Education).
- Online Donations (International/General): Contribute through Open Doors to Education campaign
- Direct Bank Transfer (ACLEDA Bank, Cambodia): Account Name: Rabbit School | Account No: 2900-01-005152-1-2
About Mad Monkey Hostels
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