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Liam's running "barefoot" for the Stroke Association
I'm running the Loch Ness marathon for The Stroke Association because they're a vital stroke charity.
Event: Greater Manchester Marathon 2012 on 29/04/2012
In memory of: Stephen Ward
£1,280.00 raised of £2,000.00 target
61 donations
My Target:
£2,000.00
£1,280.00 raised so far
How to make a donation
Donate online at - www.justgiving.com/Liam-Ward
By mobile internet Scan this code on your smartphone to go straight to Liam Ward's page.
By text message to donate £10 Text FDCX68 £10
to 70070
My story
OK, this is it. I'm running my first marathon. But this isn't just any marathon challenge; in September I'm running barefoot-style.
Why barefoot-style?
When it came to my first training run, I realised I didn’t have any running shoes, so I'm going to be doing the marathon in my Vivobarefoot shoes, which I used for walking anyway. They're designed to allow the feet to move as if barefoot, with no ankle or arch support and only a thin puncture-resistant sole for protection.
Why The Stroke Association?
I'm hoping to raise £2,000 for The Stroke Association. As most of you will know, the charity has meant a lot to me since my dad had a stroke at the age of 48. The tireless research they do helps prevent and deal with stroke, the UK's third-biggest killer (check out http://www.stroke.org.uk/ for more info).
You were hugely generous when I ran the Great North Run a few years back (and I'm massively grateful) but we didn't quite reach the £1,000 target I'd set myself. And that bothers me! This time round it's twice the distance and twice the pain, so I've set my fundraising target twice as high. Please, please, please - give what you can and let's smash that £2,000 target.
What you'll get in return for your donation
- Blog updates (witty/eloquent/irritating) on my training progress
- A big hug whenever I see you next
- A sense of satisfaction that you're helping tackle stroke
If my dad was around, he'd be saying "Don't be a tight bastard, put your [digitised] hand in your [PayPal-powered] pocket". So get giving!
Liam
Note (25/04/12): I was originally running the Greater Manchester marathon, but had to pull out due to injury. I'm now signed up for the Loch Ness marathon, but Justgiving won't let me change the event name on this page. I'm annoyed at them for this, but rest assured the money all still goes to The Stroke Association.
My gallery 2
My charity
The Stroke Association
Charity Registration No. 211015
We believe in life after stroke. That’s why we campaign to improve stroke care and support people to make the best possible recovery. It’s why we fund research into new treatments and ways to prevent stroke. We are a charity, and rely on your support to change lives and prevent stroke. Thank you.
Donations 61
Good luck - I can't imagine doing it in trainers never mind virtually barefoot!
Donation by David Meredith on 11/04/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Donation by Jonathan Kay on 11/04/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Good Luck.
Donation by Mike Clarke on 11/04/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Donation by Anonymous on 11/04/12
£10.00
Donation by Jonathan Barnett on 10/04/12
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
All the best!
Donation by Dominic Ip on 10/04/12
£10.00
£10 for each year that I have known you. How's that for scary? Robyn's mumxxx
Donation by Lynn Eaves on 10/04/12
£100.00
+ £25.00 Gift Aid
Donation by Whitney French on 10/04/12
£20.00
All the very best!
Donation by Kester Luckcock on 10/04/12
£50.00
+ £12.50 Gift Aid
Good luck x
Donation by Denice Wilson on 10/04/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
As promised. I thought I'd give you an uncomfortably large amount and see how long it takes for you to notice. Happy running, you barefoot maniac!
Donation by A Very Generous and Lovely Person on 04/04/12
£50.00
+ £12.50 Gift Aid
Just testing it still works!
Donation by Salli Ward on 19/03/12
£3.00
Good luck Liam!
Donation by Jenny Pettet on 14/03/12
£10.00
All the best Liam, You can do do it!
Donation by majid dar on 22/02/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Well done Liam and good luck! This is a great cause and your Dad would be proud of you. Lots of love, Val, Pete and the boys
Donation by Valerie Mitchell on 19/02/12
£25.00
+ £6.25 Gift Aid
Hope the new job is going well and you still find time to train for the run. Best of luck Chris H
Donation by chris hennity on 19/02/12
£15.00
+ £3.75 Gift Aid
All the best Liam
Donation by Pamela Ward Grandma. on 15/02/12
£10.00
Good luck with the run and fund raising. We are putting out the challenge to all your Canadian friends. Hope to see you in Canada,
Donation by Jackie and Claus Jorgensen on 15/02/12
£20.00
Best wishes for the run
Donation by Candida Winteler on 28/01/12
Saddle up Wardine! HOO-RAH!
Donation by Ezra Luckcock on 27/01/12
Good luck Liam.
Donation by Heather Howie on 27/01/12
£10.00
If your speed is as good as your Mum's chutzpah...you'll do great!
Donation by Gita Conn on 23/01/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Good luck Leebo xxxx
Donation by Bryony-Rose Ward on 22/01/12
£30.00
+ £7.50 Gift Aid
I was so impressed to read about your plans Liam, and wish you the best of luck with the marathon. Go for it! x
Donation by Frances Weston on 21/01/12
£25.00
+ £6.25 Gift Aid
Maaaate! That is quite a long way you maniaaaaaac! Good luck, will hopefully see you soon :)
Donation by Patrick Harris on 20/01/12
£15.00
Donation summary
- * Online donations£1,080.00
- Offline donations£200.00
- Text donations£0.00
- Total raised£1,280.00
- Gift Aid£195.25
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