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Target: £1,000.00
Raised so far: £2,282.00
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My story

 

Thanks for visiting my fundraising page.

When I heard that my friends Simon and Phil were embarking on an "End to End" John'O'Groats to Land's End bike ride (over 1000 miles in 14 days!), I thought that this would be an ideal oppurtunity to challenge myself and in the process raise some money in memory of my dad; for a Mesothelioma charity.

My dad; Frank, died last year aged 60, 12 months after his Mesothelioma diagnosis. Mesothelioma is a relatively rare form of cancer which affects the membraneous lining of the chest (the pleura) and, less commonly, the lining of the abdomen (the peritoneum). It is caused by exposure to asbestos; which in his case came from his work as a joiner.

The aims of the June Hancock Mesothelioma Research Fund are:

  • To encourage and sponsor vital epidemiological research into the causes of mesothelioma
  • To contribute to clinical trials with novel drug therapies for mesothelioma
  • To raise awareness of the disease amongst healthcare professionals and the public at large
  • To provide good quality up to date information and advice for mesothelioma sufferers and their carers
  • To ensure that the Mesothelioma Charter is delivered

    Joining Simon, Phil and I will be Stuart (the organiser), Chris, Kev and Anthony. Physically; this is the hardest thing that I have ever done; averaging at about 80 miles per day; with all my camping equipment on the back of the bike, so your support will be truly appreciated.


    Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: June Hancock Mesothelioma Research Fund 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!

    • Great charity. Have a brilliant ride....but chuck those cleated shoes away! Donation by Tony 02/07/08  

    		£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

    Good Luck! Donation by James Redfern 02/07/08  

    		£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

    All the best! Donation by Karen Holder and Chris Melton 01/07/08  

    		£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

    Doing Blackpool is hard enough, but doing more than that every day for fourteen days just makes my eyes water. All the best Carl. Donation by John Callaghan 01/07/08  

    		£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

    good luck . Donation by Patrick Walsh 30/06/08  

    		£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

    All the best Carl - rather you than me! Donation by Mal Harding 26/06/08  

    		£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

    Good luck Carl, you could do with losing a bit of weight anyway! Donation by Danny Claffey 26/06/08  

    		£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

    Good Luck CDJ, its a long way. Donation by Gran and Grandad 24/06/08  

    		£150.00 + £42.31 Gift Aid

    Woop Woop! Go for it hunni, im very proud of you and daddy will be aswell. Keep thinkin of the positives and everythin will be ok. i no you can do it. Donation by Francine and Poppy 24/06/08  

    		£50.00

    Your dad would be so pleased his aim was to help people be cured as it was too late for him. Go for it son keep on truckin Donation by Lauren Ross 24/06/08  

    		£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

    Rest In Peace Uncle Frank - miss you. Good on you Carlito! Donation by Caz 24/06/08  

    		£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

    good luck mate. if you hit the wall,break through it. its for a good cause Donation by pete woodward 24/06/08  

    		£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid
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