Thanks for visiting my fundraising page.
One drunken evening back in December 07 a starry-eyed Ben said 'why not' when asked if he wanted to join a similarly drunk David Beattie in a triathlon. 6 months later (and 6 trips to the gym) and its crunch time.
Yes that's right. On August 9th this year I will be taking part in the London triathlon. Its by no means a small event; a 750m swim, 20k cycle and 5k run mean that I might actually die!
I know I have talked about it for the last 6 months but now its happening and I need your support.
I will be doing this for two reasons.
1) i like tight fitting lycra
2) a family friend's kid Archie needs your help
Now because little Archie can't be registered as a charity in his own right I am using Meningitis UK for my page as they work very closely with Nicky, Archie's mother.
However please follow this link www.archiesstory.co.uk at some point and have a look at Archie's site. He is a great kid and full of life and if you want to help him too feel free to donate on there also.
Little Archie Barton was less than 18 months old when he developed a temperature and was rushed to hospital and diagnosed with Meningitis B.
The severe septicaemia which followed has ravaged Archie's body and caused him to have both legs amputated.
In addition he has lost a number of fingers, part of an ear and the tip of his nose.
Just home from hospital after 5 months, Archie now has severe visual impairment and is facing a difficult life.
As he grows up he will need a continual supply of new prosthetic legs. Those available on the NHS have limited function and are unlikely to give Archie good mobility. The cost of alternatives could reach £12,000 every few months, which is something his parents Nicky and Murray cannot afford.
There is no vaccine against meningococcal group B, which causes almost 90% of all meningitis cases and is most prevalent in children under the age of five. Meningitis UK, a Bristol-based charity, have launched a £7m vaccination appeal.
Archie's mother Nicky was able to be with Archie for his 5 month stay in hospital in Bristol because of the help provided by Ronald McDonald House, Bristol, an independent charity which provides Home from Home accommodation, free of charge, to the families of critically ill children receiving care at the Bristol Royal Hospital for Children and Frenchay Hospital.
So thats it. Please give generously. Its all for a good cause and this site claims the tax back also so every bit helps.
Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Meningitis UK 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.
So please sponsor me now!
Thanks
Ben
PS - feel free to come down on the day and support me, even if it is only to see me in spandex!
Raised:
86%
Raised so far: £518.00
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better late than never, well done Ben Donation by Allan Mc on 12/08/08 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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good luck!! Donation by David on 08/08/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Remember your armbands! Donation by Polly on 08/08/08 |
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid |
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Go for it mate!! Donation by Dean on 08/08/08 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Good Luck Benny Boy , i'll be there with my camera ;o) x Donation by Laura Perkins on 07/08/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Go for it Ben x Donation by Lauren Tauben on 07/08/08 |
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid |
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Best of Luck...you better finish it! :) Donation by Sandra on 07/08/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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I'll try and pop down but may be a little late....if so could you go around for a second time? Thanks. Donation by Kevin Brady on 07/08/08 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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come on mate....do it....do it.... Donation by Vince from London on 06/08/08 |
£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid |
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Well done Ben and good luck! xx Donation by Hayley Richmond on 06/08/08 |
£10.00 |
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Ow. Hope not too painful. Well done. Donation by Aidan Hawkes on 06/08/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Very admirable Ben, best of luck! Donation by Alexa on 06/08/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Soooo looking forward to the spandex. Camera is ready and waiting!! Good luck hon. Donation by Nicola on 05/08/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Smeared in goose fat with aching loins - no change there then! Good luck! Donation by Anon on 05/08/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Good luck Ben. I remember drunkenly agreeing to sponsor you so here you go! Maybe if you did it in Borat-style spandex you could double your money! x Donation by Chloe Wright on 30/07/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Sorry dude, I am broke but hopefully this helps! Good luck chuck x Donation by Dom on 29/07/08 |
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid |
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best of luck, will try and come along to laugh at you sorry i meen cheer you on!! Donation by Marcus Bonnie on 28/07/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Of course. Donation by Marcus Bowery on 25/07/08 |
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Paying you to wear lycra..you'd use any excuse don't you? Donation by Tanja on 25/07/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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I can't believe I'll be on holiday and will miss you in your all-in-one. Good luck x Donation by Gaby on 25/07/08 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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good on you ben! and good luck Donation by MUM on 22/07/08 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid |
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please Ben....no photo uploads on facebook of the lycra...please....good luck though mr...Mx Donation by Matt Gilbert on 17/07/08 |
£30.00 |
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Gawd haven't times changed! Donation by Riz on 14/07/08 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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sorry we wont get to see you in your spandex! Donation by david maples on 10/07/08 |
£100.00 |
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hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahagoodluck Donation by alexibeefag on 10/07/08 |
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid |
| * Total raised online: | £518.00 |
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| Offline donations: | £0.00 |
| Mobile donations: | £0.00 |
| Total Raised: | £518.00 |
| Gift Aid plus supplement: | £106.62 |
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