Raised: 74%
Target: £1,500.00
Raised so far: £1,113.00
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My story

 

Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

In June 2008 we had Emily, our wonderful little daughter, who has a genetic condition commonly known as Down Syndrome (DS). Since her arrival we have gained access to lots of support and information to help us understand Emily’s condition, needs and what we can do to enable her to fulfil her full potential.[see more of Emily and her adventures here: http://www.the-maltbys.blogspot.com/]

Down Syndrome Education International (also known as "DownsEd" and "the Sarah Duffen Centre") has provided a huge portion of the information and support. Their research has made significant advances in understanding the educational needs of children with DS, providing information and support worldwide. Also their classes (which Emily attends) support parents in early interventions that have enabled significant advances in the achievements of individuals with DS. They have achieved huge advances in the integration of individuals with DS into society and gaining their independence. Their research doesn’t just benefit those with DS, but also benefits children and adults with other disabilities and learning difficulties. Find out more on their website http://www.downsed.org/ or watch a video here http://vimeo.com/5057789

So to raise some money to support this fantastic cause, and (altruistically) shift some of the increasing amount of lard from my frame, I have decided to run the Great South Run. A 10 mile run around Portsmouth which I aim to complete in under 1hr 30m. Please sponsor me so other parents and children with DS across the globe can receive Downs Ed support.

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So please dig deep and donate now.

Sorry its a bit late! Hope all went well! Donation by Nicola Morrill 28/10/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Great cause, best of luck! Donation by Michael van der Veen 25/10/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Enjoy the run! Donation by Craig, Dawn & Henry Williamson 23/10/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck Jim! Donation by Abigail Leah 23/10/09  

£10.00

Run Sweetcheeks Run!!! Remember the pain is you losing weight off your belly! Very proud of you and all your achievements. Love Char & Matt xxxx Donation by The Kellys 23/10/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Rather you than me! Good luck and enjoy (if possible). Donation by Therese de Cuevas 23/10/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

With you all the way. Best of luck to you and Emily. Donation by Mike Dobson 20/10/09  

Best of luck Jim, hope it goes well. Donation by Eileen Cowling 17/10/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck and have fun! Edith Donation by Edith Wilkinson 15/10/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation by Stuart Brewer 09/10/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck big man, see you soon..x Donation by N, R, T & B Moore 02/10/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

:-) Donation by Charley Newnham 30/09/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Jim, Good luck with the rest of fund raising and the run. Regards Mark Donation by Mark Whyte 30/09/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

If Eddy Izzard can do one a day, i'm sure you will do this with ease! Hope all goes well on the day, Love Kirstie & Steve Donation by Steve & Kirstie 25/09/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Jim, meant to do this ages ago! Hope you are well and still able to run after all the pen pushing you've been doing! All the best from me and Olivia! Donation by tom howard 25/09/09  

£40.00 + £11.28 Gift Aid

Donation by Lesley Pyne 07/09/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Donation by Val Keirl 07/09/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Good luck Jim! Donation by Lou 03/09/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Donation by John Kennedy 02/09/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Well done you. Donation by Colin Howard 25/08/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Good luck Jim! Hope to see you all soon. Antonia & Nickx Donation by Antonia 17/08/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Excellent cause James. Look forward to celebrating your success! Donation by Ted Vary 07/08/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good luck Jim, hope its not too painful Matt. Donation by Matt McGahran 03/08/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck Jan, I am sure that you will reach your target! Donation by Jim Landon 21/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good work Jim! Best of luck. Donation by Noelle McDermott 17/07/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Jim, Best wishes for the run. Donation by Linda R 16/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Donation by Anonymous 15/07/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck Jim Donation by Trudi 15/07/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good Luck Donation by Ellis Kingman 15/07/09  

£20.00

All the best and I look forward to hearing about your glorious first place! Donation by Patrick Harrison 14/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
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* Total raised online: £1,060.00
  Offline donations: £53.00
  Gift Aid plus supplement: £284.87

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