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El Presidente

Dumball 2012: Back to Black

El Presidente are not only taking part in Dumball 2012: Back to Black , but are looking to uphold the honour bestowed on them last time (see 'Blow the Doors Off'). So what's it about ? Well it's simple - a mad dash (it's not a race!) across Europe in a load of old bangers. Dumball 2012 promises to be bigger and even better than ever. We are driving to the Ukraine via no less than 14 amazing countries, fundraising for Teenage Cancer Trust as we go. As well as driving the length of Italy, zipping through Albania, and hitting the Carpathian mountains in Romania, we are visiting Moldova and Ukraine for the first time ever. Check out the route map here

Here's what this sorry bunch of misfits had to say when they applied to join the Dumball:

As guardians of The Spirit of the Dumball we have no choice but to enter this antirational journey to be fair. Having been through hell and high water to walk off with the top prize last time, we are honoured to return in 2012 and defend (quite literally) our position....

The team will be undertaking various fundraising activities in the lead up to the event to encourage those wishing to donate. We will be holding a Pre-Dumball Party where our ride will be unveiled, along with an epic '4 Marathons in 4 Weeks' by one nutty team member ! Dave Rogers is undertaking the 'Test of Tests' when he lays down 165,120 steps by participating in the following events: Brighton Marathon (Sunday 15th April), NOW COMPLETED - 3:13:13 **PB** Virgin London Marathon (Sunday 22nd April), Greater Manachester Marathon (Sunday 29th April) and finally the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon (Monday 7th May). Both Richard and Chris are very proud of being in such 'superhuman' company - we hope that you can see your way to boosting the fundraising target as that is what Dave is doing this for......GO DAVE

Now the important bit. Since 2007, the Dumball has been raising money for the Teenage Cancer Trust to build a state-of-the-art unit at a recognised centre of excellence, the Royal Marsden Hospital. This is now open, thanks in part at least to the fundraising efforts of Dumballers. Help TCT with their next major projects by donating today.

Want more of a reason to help us raise the cash?
Just watch the video of legendary dumballer Adam Horn...


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My charity

Teenage Cancer Trust

Teenage Cancer Trust

Charity Registration No. 1062559

Every day in the UK, six teenagers are diagnosed with cancer. At Teenage Cancer Trust, we understand that cancer doesn’t stop these teenagers being teenagers. We know that young people have a much better chance if they are treated by teenage cancers experts, in an environment tailored to their needs. So we have created specialist units that aren’t like ordinary cancer wards. Everything about them has been designed to give teenagers the very best chance of a positive outcome. And we want every young person with cancer in this country to have that chance.

Donations 76

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Hope you smash it mate...

Donation by Graham Kedzlie on 13/06/12

£200.00

+ £50.00 Gift Aid

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Fantastic effort Chris and co. - what a brilliant challenge!

Donation by Ian Warr, Eyebright on 06/06/12

£100.00

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Good luck from all the team x

Donation by GatwickDiamondJobs Team on 01/06/12

£25.00

+ £6.25 Gift Aid

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Crack on boys !

Donation by Ron Tanner on 29/05/12

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Go Chris and team xx

Donation by elizabeth kelly on 25/05/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Best of British

Donation by Stephen Head on 25/05/12

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

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Best of luck all - Toddy and Liz

Donation by Michael Todd on 25/05/12

£25.00

+ £6.25 Gift Aid

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Have the best time and hope you get to the £10,000! Broth.

Donation by Anthony Heather on 25/05/12

£100.00

+ £25.00 Gift Aid

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Good luck to you all.

Donation by Richard Boddie on 25/05/12

£50.00

+ £12.50 Gift Aid

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Boys, do some serious damage in Europe for me, I insist! Love ya, be bad, be very bad ! x

Donation by Mabbsy on 24/05/12

£100.00

+ £25.00 Gift Aid

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Good luck chaps, yours, Sparkigol.

Donation by david sparks on 24/05/12

£50.00

+ £12.50 Gift Aid

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Good luck Chris and the team. Looking forward to the blog. Should be an adventure.

Donation by Roger & Anne on 24/05/12

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

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Alright, alright, I've donated now, you can stop harassing me across all forms of social media!!

Donation by Matt LeMaire on 24/05/12

£25.00

+ £6.25 Gift Aid

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Wishing you all good luck and a safe and speedy journey. Was fun to see the wheels on Saturday.

Donation by Kat Nolan on 21/05/12

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

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Richard, Big Nurz and Mockney Dave; Enjoy..

Donation by Mark Mallinson on 21/05/12

£50.00

+ £12.50 Gift Aid

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Have a fab & groovy time!!!!!!

Donation by Kathleen Kelly on 18/05/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Good Luck, Great Cause

Donation by Mitel on 18/05/12

£500.00

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Good luck guys!!

Donation by Theresa Farrer on 15/05/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Mucha buena suerte mi amigo Presidente. Don't drink the water. Steve

Donation by Steve Nicholls on 14/05/12

£50.00

+ £12.50 Gift Aid

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Good luck guys from all at the Sussex Innovation Centre

Donation by Chris Hudson on 11/05/12

£25.00

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Good luck guys, dont get lost, Great work and great Charity.

Donation by Jamesey - Excell on 11/05/12

£50.00

+ £12.50 Gift Aid

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Donation by Rob Brady on 11/05/12

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Crossing so many borders just think of all the languages you will be fully fluent in. Don't worry too much about the exiting test?! xx

Donation by Jan on 10/05/12

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

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Good luck Chris et al!

Donation by Helen Maltby on 08/05/12

£25.00

+ £6.25 Gift Aid

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Good luck baby bro; hope the wheels don't come off!! x

Donation by Claire Smith on 07/05/12

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

Donation summary

  • * Online donations$9,028.08
  • Offline donations$2,456.00
  • Text donations$1.52
  • Total raised$11,485.59
  • Gift Aid$1,709.35

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