Raised so far: £1,615.20
My story
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On the 26th April 2009, I will be moving on to the real running stage and attempting to get around the course of the Flora London Marathon in mremory of Tom Hitt and in aid of the Children’s Leukaemia charity, ‘CLIC Sargent’.
It is nearly 4 years now since we lost Tom to Leukaemia, at the tender age of 16 years and 10 months. Tom was the son of my best friend Dave, who I have grown up with and known since he himself was eleven. Our two families have spent many great times and holidays over the years together, which have given us some great memories, before Tom was struck with this dreadful disease of ‘Myloid’ Leukaemia.
Over a 6 month period, he went from a perfectly normal teenager, young, fit, good looking, cheeky with attitude, popular, sporty and talented, to be cruelly taken from us long before his time. Since his passing in such a cruel and untimely way, his father Dave and I have been ‘running and running’. We had never done any before although have always played football and kept 'modestly' fit. We have run 9 half marathons each over recent years and have decided on one last challenge with the pinnacle that is the Flora London Marathon. Dave is running for Children with Leukaemia and I for CLIC Sargent, both extremely worthy recipients of our fund raising efforts.
It seems there is no end to the sad stories about children being struck with Leukaemia. I have recently had news of another friend Helen, who has a little lad called Leo, 4 years old now. He has been having extensive treatment and has been looked after and supported at the Bristol Children’s Hospital, with his family staying in a CLIC Sargent funded house, during this most difficult of times for them all. This is where a great deal of this money can so obviously be seen as a real god send, not to mention the investment in a cure for this dreadful and often fatal disease.
I know times are tough and there are so many worthy charities fighting for everyone’s spare cash, but if you would consider supporting my efforts in this event, I would be very, very grateful.
Thanks for listening,
Chris
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Well done Chris! Donation by Mark Smith 28/04/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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well done!!! Donation by Katie-Joan Lawson 27/04/09 |
£5.00 | |
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Well done Chris another one under the belt! Donation by Nehal 26/04/09 |
£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid | |
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We know you can do it Chris. You never give up!We really admire you going for it and that's the most important thing!Keep you head up.Keep steady.xxx Donation by Vron.Jerry,Jose and Oscar 25/04/09 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid | |
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Good Luck Donation by Ken Howitt 25/04/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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We all believe you can do this... well done for all your effort and hard work. We are very proud of you. xx Donation by Lorraine Crook 24/04/09 |
£26.00 + £7.33 Gift Aid | |
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Great Job - Good Luck on the Run Donation by Mike & Jane Gagg 24/04/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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In total awe of you guys, fantastic effort - hope it goes well - try and enjoy it ;-) Donation by Rich Luke 24/04/09 |
£26.20 + £7.39 Gift Aid | |
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Good luck Donation by JB 23/04/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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after all the coaching sessions with cam and his mates this will be a stroll in the park for you! good luck chris. Donation by bev and keith meredith 21/04/09 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid | |
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If you start flagging near the end, just think of that song 'keep on running'! Go Chris go! Go Chris go! Donation by Big sis! 20/04/09 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid | |
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Good luck Chris Donation by Lyndon Knight 20/04/09 |
£26.00 + £7.33 Gift Aid | |
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Good luck - I'll look out for you on the telly. There won't be anyone else in a Man City shirt! Donation by Paul Mott 20/04/09 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid | |
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Chris, good luck! Donation by Steve, Katrina, Issy & Sam Griffiths 20/04/09 |
£26.00 + £7.33 Gift Aid | |
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You get the money if you don't mention Man City for six months. Great effort by you both. Will be routing for you - from the pub Donation by Andy Gardner 20/04/09 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid | |
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Good Luck Chris Donation by Ian P 20/04/09 |
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid | |
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Worth it for the pink hair Donation by Michael Fuller 20/04/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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Chris, it's much easier to donate than do, so we have the greatest respect for all of your physical efforts. Good luck from all the guys at FG. Donation by Future Generation 16/04/09 |
£100.00 | |
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Good luck Chris Donation by Chris Goff 09/04/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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Good Luck Chris every step will be worth it. Remember I know which hotel you will be staying in! Donation by Teresa Horne 07/04/09 |
£26.00 + £7.33 Gift Aid | |
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Great cause and yet another great effort on your part Chris. Very best wishes as always. Donation by Poole Resources Ltd 04/04/09 |
£50.00 | |
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Good Luck Chris, you & Dave will do fab! Donation by Laura Hunt 03/04/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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Everything is possible for those who have persistence and you do! good luck x Donation by Sarah Doyle 02/04/09 |
£15.00 | |
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Good Luck, Chris! Donation by Ian Watts 02/04/09 |
£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid | |
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Marathon is no problem for someone who has your drive and enthusiasm- good luck mate Donation by Jamie & karen Harris 01/04/09 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid | |
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You go girl! :) Donation by Lorraine Cross 01/04/09 |
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid | |
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Good Luck Dad! : ) ... all you need to think about is Tom and Grandma and your at the finish line (love you) x Donation by Kayleigh Anne Crook 01/04/09 |
£10.00 | |
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You have our vote Donation by Ali and Julie Crook 31/03/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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All the very best, Chris. Delighted to support you. Donation by Ian Booth 31/03/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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My Mum has this dreadful disease; her treatment is working but with no cure. It is devastating at any age but especially in the young. GOOD LUCK! Donation by Marie Cook 31/03/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
| * Total raised online: | £615.20 |
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| Offline donations: | £1,000.00 |
| Gift Aid plus supplement: | £121.34 |
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