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4races4cities' page
Event: Running
$5,544.81 raised of $4,516.54 target
169 donations
My Target:
$4,516.54
$5,544.81 raised so far
How to make a donation
Donate online at - www.justgiving.com/4races4cities
By mobile internet Scan this code on your smartphone to go straight to Liz Goodchild's page.
By text message to donate £10 Text MIND55 £10
to 70070
My story
4races4cities: Where it all began - Liz’s story.
At least one person in every five suffers from depression in the course of their lives.
A frightening fact.
I wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemy.
I know depression.
I watched my Mum, a woman of such grace, humility and compassion, drown in the murky depths of this brutal illness.
Twelve years ago, when she could take no more, she chose to end her life.
Sometimes, I still cannot believe that she is gone.
As a way of honouring my Mum’s memory, I have spent the last three years fundraising for a UK mental health charity called Mind. I guess it’s pretty obvious why this particular organisation is so close to my heart.
During past fundraising missions (a mixture of 5K’s, 10k’s and a half-marathon), I have managed to raise over £3,000. That money went towards essential funding - it’s not always easy to get help or therapy through the NHS (National Health Service), something my family can strongly attest, and the work Mind does to make that more accessible is just vital.
In 2012, I decided that I would attempt to raise a further £3,000 for Mind, by challenging myself to run 4 races in 4 European cities; Paris, London,
Berlin and Reykjavik:
Paris half marathon: 4 March, 2012
London marathon: 22 April, 2012
Reykjavik half marathon: 18 August, 2012
Berlin marathon: 30 September 2012
Joining forces - Priscilla and Tim's story.
Inspired by my efforts, two of my best friends, Priscilla and Tim, asked if they could join in and help with the fundraising, to which I promptly said YES, and so they signed themselves up for the Paris and Reykjavik half marathons and Berlin marathon (Priscilla), and the Kingston Wholefoods Breakfast Run and Royal Parks half marathon (Tim). Vicky, who works with my Dad, and was running the London marathon on a ballot place, also contacted me and offered to run for Mind.
My heart is bursting with gratitude.
So, please, put your hand in your pocket and sponsor the 4races4cities project, it doesn’t matter how much – every penny helps, seriously.
Follow our running updates here:
and here:
www.facebook.com/4races4cities
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My charity
Mind - The Mental Health Charity
Charity Registration No. 219830
We’re Mind, the mental health charity. We believe no one should have to face a mental health problem alone. We’re here for you. Today. Now. Whether you’re stressed, depressed or in crisis. We’ll listen, give support and advice, and fight your corner.
Donations 169
Donation by Anonymous on 15/10/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Liz, your mum would be proud of you. You have a great heart - keep it great and keep running. Run Free!
Donation by Jerry Gentry on 12/10/12
£40.00
Liz Here's a little something because you've earned it big style. Andy. X
Donation by Andy Luke on 12/10/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Amazing Achievement, congratulations. Karl x
Donation by Karl Wesson on 11/10/12
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
what will we do now you have completed all your races? I've enjoyed every moment Big Hug Lisa x
Donation by Lisa Goodchild on 07/10/12
£65.00
+ £16.25 Gift Aid
I have really enjoyed following your training progress in operation ultra! Wonderful cause as well. Happy running! X
Donation by Susanna Larminie on 06/10/12
£5.00
Inspiring project & a great cause - all the best for race number 5 tomorrow, Ultra Liz!
Donation by Katie on 06/10/12
Good luck at the weekend Ultra Liz.
Donation by Matt Robinson on 04/10/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Good luck at the weekend Liz! You're an inspiration for my little half marathon :-)
Donation by Emily on 03/10/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Well done Ultra Liz!
Donation by Laura Fountain on 03/10/12
£15.00
+ £3.75 Gift Aid
Good luck on the marathon...Your an inspiration and role model for us all...
Donation by Anonymous on 03/10/12
£20.00
Fabulous Liz, just a brilliant achievement, from a real newbie, hope to see you in London at the weekend:)
Donation by Paul Boggon on 03/10/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Well done Priscilla!!
Donation by Anke Goerzig on 30/09/12
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
Donation by Emma Morgan on 29/09/12
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
So proud and impressed! Hope you really enjoy it - you deserve to! xxx
Donation by Rachael and Simon Neville on 28/09/12
£30.00
+ £7.50 Gift Aid
Thank you to both of you for your hard work. Massive well done!!!! Go and get em.... and Good luck!!
Donation by Vicky McCluskey on 28/09/12
£100.00
+ £25.00 Gift Aid
Viel Glück m'dear..!
Donation by Nick Morgan on 28/09/12
£26.00
+ £6.50 Gift Aid
The very best of luck, Priscilla...enjoy!!
Donation by Sarah Godfrey on 28/09/12
£30.00
+ £7.50 Gift Aid
Best of Luck Priscilla Devanney!! I eventually sponsored you!!
Donation by Lilly O'Dea on 18/09/12
£10.00
Here's to your absolutey and total awesome- and badass-ness!!!! And we shall cheer to it on Friday in person. :) xx
Donation by JenJ aka Two Itchy Feet on 12/09/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Always enjoy reading your blogs Liz. Good luck with the 4races and of course, nail that Ultra in October!
Donation by Matthew Griffiths on 12/09/12
£30.00
+ £7.50 Gift Aid
Have fun :)
Donation by Gary Akers on 31/08/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Donation by Gary Akers on 31/08/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Best of luck Priscilla Kati Walsh
Donation by Priscilla Devanney on 31/08/12
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
Well gone girls - run fast and with pride.... this is fantastic! Big Hug
Donation by Ramon Miquel Planas on 31/08/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Donation summary
- * Online donations$5,516.20
- Offline donations$0.00
- Text donations$28.60
- Total raised$5,544.81
- Gift Aid$1,153.22
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