Tom Marriage

LEJOG: 1,000 miles for Meningitis

Fundraising for Meningitis Research Foundation
£20,382
raised of £10,000 target
by 286 supporters
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Participants: Tom Marriage, Ollie Marriage, James Hall, Georgie Hall
Meningitis Research Foundation

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We fund research and raise awareness to create a world free from meningitis

Story

WE MADE IT - ALL 1007 MILES

To see all the highs and lows our epic cycle adventure go to our blog: www.cycle4charity.com/news

4 People, 10 Days, 1000 Miles, 1 Very Good Cause

In June 2007, Tom, Ollie, James and Georgie are cycling from Lands End to John O'Groats to raise money for a cause close to all their hearts.

Tom's son Nicholas was born in September 2006 and was diagnosed with bacterial Meningitis at just 17 days old. He then spent nearly three weeks in hospital, during which time Tom and his wife Alex received invaluable support from the Meningitis Research Foundation. Nicko's long-term recovery is still uncertain.

Mary Hall (James's Mum) wasn't so fortunate. Initially diagnosed with viral Meningitis in June 2005, her condition worsened as this led into viral encephalitis. She was admitted to intensive care, but passed away on the 2nd September 2005.

Their stories are our inspiration for raising money to fight this potentially fatal disease.

To find out more about our event and what we have planned, please visit our website: www.cycle4charity.com

About the charity

Meningitis Research Foundation

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Meningitis is deadly; killing and seriously disabling in hours. Small children and young adults are high risk, but all ages can be affected. Globally 1,000 people die daily. We fundraise to invest in research, campaign for vaccines, provide symptom information and support those already affected.

Donation summary

Total raised
£20,381.48
+ £2,674.13 Gift Aid
Online donations
£12,680.30
Offline donations
£7,701.18

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