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My story

 

My name is Damian Janson and I am 19 years old. I am currently living in Centrepoint Derwentside, a project for homeless young people. I’ve been really lucky and Centrepoint put my name forward to take part in the Cycle of Life 2008. In April a team of young people, including me, will set off on a four month transAfrica cycle ride to raise funds and awareness for rural African communities in and around wilderness areas.

I need your help in taking part in this trip of a lifetime –  as I am homeless, and starting to sort my future out I don’t have anywhere near the money or resources needed! I need to raise money to cover everything including – my bike, helmet, clothing, food and drink, transport, passport, vaccinations, travel insurance, luggage, flights, training – the list is endless! I will be asking everyone I know to help, and will hold fund raising activities too. I need to raise about £2500 to cover my costs involved in the trip, any more that I raise will go to Tusk who do a brilliant job  

Starting off in Namibia, we will cycle through Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania and end up in Kenya. I will take part in some, but not the whole route. The aim of the trip is to raise money for projects that aim to alleviate rural poverty in environmentally sustainable ways. This will benefit community development, education and wildlife conservation.
 I am hoping that if I can overcome the many challenges I will face in Africa, I will be able to return to the UK and overcome anything that comes along! I’ve never done anything like this before and I’m really excited but also nervous. This is an opportunity for me to experienceAfrica in a way that can open up my eyes, enrich my life, and give me a new perspective on how I want to live my life from now on. I will have the opportunity to see first-hand the problems of African life and the strength of people who deal with poverty inAfrica every day.

If you can help in any way I would be so grateful – it would mean so much if you could help me reach this goal of a lifetime. Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Tusk Trust will receive your money faster and, if you are a taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.
So please sponsor me now!

Many thanks for your support.

A good cause - well done. Donation by Sara D in Scotland 07/05/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Damien.. heres a challenge! Work out your average milage every day.. u never did like being in with me for numeracy :) Well done I'm proud of you !!!! Donation by Donna Watson (Derwentside College) 06/05/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Wishing you the very best of luck Damien Donation by Kath Heathcote 02/05/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Damien I hope you have padded pants. Enjoy the adventure. Donation by Emily 21/04/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

have a great trip Donation by Ted & Beryl 15/04/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Mind your chain doesnt snap Donation by George 15/04/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Good luck Damian - hope you've got a cushion to sit on! Donation by Jane Gallagher 08/04/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck and best wishes for the future Donation by ellison 06/04/08  

£10.00

proudofugrandson Donation by elizabethcox 02/04/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Get out there and practice.Good luck Donation by jackie and pete 02/04/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good Luck , this is going to be a trip of a lifetime! Donation by Vivette (CP Floating Support) 27/03/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

From all at Centrepoint Buffy House Donation by Paul 27/03/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

This doesn't mean I'm going to stop nagging you - get training! Good luck! Donation by Helen Cowgill 26/03/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

good luck, keep training - take loads of photos for us all to see when you get back! Donation by Neil Bellerby 26/03/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Hope your bum doesn't get too sore - ouch!! Good Luck and Good on ya! Donation by Jayne Watson 19/03/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

You're a super star Damian. Donation by Linda Harrison (Centrepoint) 18/03/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck Damian! It's more than a lot of us could do. Donation by Jo Crellen (Centrepoint) 18/03/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good Luck Damian Hope this is a life changing trip for you . Donation by Gateshead Council Housing Services 11/03/08  

£35.00

Good man, it'll be a fantastic trip! Donation by Simon Elton 09/03/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

It'll be tough but enjoy it! Donation by Anonymous 07/03/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

You should be well proud of yourself for doing this....have a fantastic time and don't forget the suncream! ! Donation by Lindsay Allaker 06/03/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

All the best with this fantastic opportunity Donation by Sharon Brown 06/03/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Good luck, Damien, from all at NCH's Support2Talk Donation by margaret lacy 06/03/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Well done Damian for rising to the challenge. Donation by Kate Welch 05/03/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

This is a terrific opportunity Damian. Really hope you enjoy it! Donation by Stuart Rogers 05/03/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Enjoy Africa. Donation by Sarah Elton 05/03/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck Damian, hope you enjoy your experience of a life time! Donation by Cheryl Heeley 05/03/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Good luck!! Donation by Lisa's mam and dad(cp derwentside 05/03/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Wishing you all the best with the cycle ride, have a great experience. Donation by Carol Williams 05/03/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

get yourself a gel seat lad !! Donation by Steve Scott 05/03/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
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