171. Face to Face: John Connolly

Rain or shine, the RNLI’s face-to-face fundraisers are out talking to the public. John Connolly shares his experience of working on the front line - and a personal story of an RNLI rescue

John knows all too well the dangers of the sea. His son was once saved by a lifeguard in Cornwall, and that very same evening, John received the news that a close friend had been killed by a jet ski.

In this episode, the RNLI fundraiser talks about dealing with rejection and developing a thick skin. But also about surprising acts of generosity that warm him up on a cold day.

To learn more about face-to-face fundraising opportunities at the RNLI, search:

RNLI Face-To-Face Fundraising Jobs

200 Voices is produced by Adventurous Audio for the RNLI    

Interview by Adventurous Audio 

Soundtrack composed and performed by Jon Nicholls    

The RNLI is a charity celebrating 200 years of saving lives at sea - find out more at RNLI.org/200