Andy Males is fundraising for Dreams Come True Charity

Andy's Fundraising Page

ING New York Marathon 2008

on 02/11/2008

Well, I did it 10 years ago in London!

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Raising money for

Dreams Come True Charity

Charity Registration No. 800248

Dreams Come True is a UK children’s charity whose sole purpose is to fulfil the dreams of terminally and seriously ill children and young people aged 2 to 21. In the last twenty years we have helped make over 3500 dreams come true and as a result debilitating illness, painful treatment and an uncertain future have been transformed with happiness, fun and wonderful, everlasting memories. You can make a world of difference by helping us make more dreams become a reality. If we can find a way to make a dream come true we will as we believe the only limit is a child’s imagination.

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Andy Males

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Raised: 102%

Target: £1,000.00
Raised so far: £1,020.00

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My story

Hi! What are you doing reading this? Can't you see the SPONSOR ME NOW button above? :)

Why I'm running

My brain won its battle with my body over the subject of running the New York Marathon. Body reminded Brain of the pain it experienced 10 years ago and said in no uncertain terms that it wasn't a good idea. Brain said it didn't know what the fuss was about, and that everythng would be fine. Soon afterwards, Brain had told Mouth to agree, and instructed Hands to fill in the paperwork. Body is still protesting at this blatant disregard of democracy to this very day...

The thing is, Brain had a point. London 1998 was one of the best experiences of my life. The runners, the supporters, the sounds, the sights - all created a fantastic day and memories for life. Hopefully, New York will be all that and more.

Why I chose this charity

People often say "I had a hard childhood" or "It was tough growing up". I can't. I had a great childhood: happy, mostly healthy, and the only worry I had was whether we had enough players for 3-and-in over the park.

Dreams Come True helps kids who aren't so lucky. Some of them haven't got long to live, others have a limited life. All of the stories are inspirational. If I can be a part of giving some of them a bit of sunshine and help Dreams make a difference then it's more than worthwhile running a few miles to do this.

'nuff said.

The Blog

If you want to view my progress, then I'm writing a blog on the t'interweb here. Please drop by and have a gander, check how I'm doing and even leave a comment or two.

The wonga

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Dreams Come True Charity gets your money faster and, if you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.

Finally, thank you so much for coming here and sponsoring me; I really appreciate your support.

	Well done G!! I eventually remembered ;) Donation by Chav & Dave (aka Andy & Nicola) 19/01/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Adding donation from someone else Donation by Andy 27/12/08	£10.00
	Making it up to £1000, but will donate more separately Donation by Andy 14/12/08	£88.00 + £24.82 Gift Aid
	Well done Andy it is quite an achievement Donation by Peter Reeves 04/11/08	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Good stuff, well done. Donation by Ian Coulter 03/11/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Well done Andy!! Donation by Ian Fraser 03/11/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Best of luck Donation by Muhammad Khan 01/11/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Sorry to hear about your jogger's nipples Mr Moles.........:) Donation by SB 29/10/08	£3.00 + £0.85 Gift Aid
	26 miles.........ruff! Donation by Bob Lord 29/10/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Come back soon she isn't feeding me! Donation by Geri 29/10/08	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	Best of luck! Donation by Abs 29/10/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Best of luck Andy, remember to save some energy so you can speed up when running through Brooklyn and Harlem Donation by Paul Bentley 28/10/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Go Cous! :) Donation by Claire and Rob 27/10/08	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	You can do it! Good Luck, love from Big Sis Donation by Michelle Smith 27/10/08	£20.00
	Best of luck Andy! Donation by David Sanders 24/10/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Remember to take out medical insurance! Donation by Kieran Watson 24/10/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Enjoy yourself, Andy. Donation by Patrick Zhang 21/10/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Run Forrest Run! Donation by Rick Livesey 20/10/08	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Just keep on running Andy! Well done you. You've done the family proud. Donation by Sarah Ham 20/10/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Best of luck Andy. Good on you for taking on the challenge but I sure as hell wont want to be you on the 3rd. Donation by Priya Ragaven 20/10/08	£31.00 + £8.74 Gift Aid
	Homo Donation by Si 19/10/08	£26.00 + £7.33 Gift Aid
	Donation by Mike R 18/10/08	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	run on through the wind, run on through the rain, tho' your dreams be tossed and blown, run on, run on. and good luck mate Donation by Daniel Rosenberg 17/10/08	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	I'm surprised your knackered knees can take it. I wish I could be bothered to run to the bus stop outside my house let alone 20-odd miles.. Good luck! Donation by Andreas Kavallaris 17/10/08	£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid
	Good luck Andy Donation by Steve P 16/10/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Good luck and enjoy(?) the run. Donation by Tim R 16/10/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Well done Andy, this is a great charity to run for. Best of luck! Donation by Lucy Caudle 16/10/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Good luck! Donation by Fahad 10/10/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	All the poetry running around your head is bound to make you forget the pain! Best of luck. Donation by Rob O 10/10/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Good luck!! Donation by Keriann S 10/10/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

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* Total raised online:	£1,020.00
Offline donations:	£0.00
Gift Aid plus supplement:	£222.82

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