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My story

 

Velo Love? So what's it all about?

We're starting a velolution, we're helping the world evolve.

On the 17th July I am leaving my junior school in the leafy suberbs of london to cycle 9000 miles to India, yes, that's on a push bike, where I will be working at a school in the tiny village of Chembakolli.

Fund Raising target for this page - £9000 - that's a fare lump but it's just £1 for every mile I cycle. £10 for every puncture, 10p for every blister I get on my bottom, 1p for every time I put myself in the pain box, 0.1p for every revolution of the pedal!!!

That's £1 for every child who has died in the last 5 hours through extreme poverty. 5hrs. £1. Surely it's got to be worth it. 

Actionaid support the school and local reserve in India as well as being dedicated to ending extreme poverty that kills 28 children a minute of every day.

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: ActionAid 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.

You're here now so why not pop a few pounds in the pot!

By doing so you help me with one revolution of the pedal, you make a difference to the children around the world who are suffering - it can be your journey too. Keep yourself up to date at www.dannybent.com.

Thanks and big love,

Dan x

This surely has to be an adventure to top them all! A herculean challenge, carpe diem! MalcoWorman, Canute Close. Donation by Malcolm and Jo Worman, Canute Close 16/10/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Hi Mr Bent, hope your hooter is still working,pedal fast we want you back, school is boring without you. From Jude Donation by Philip Hollis 05/10/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Wow Danny! What a power in you, was great meeting you - all the best and good luck! Donation by Cedric&Katja 28/09/09  

£100.00

Keep going Danny boy! Good luck xx Donation by Jenny Mulligan 20/09/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good Luck Dan Donation by Jackie Mills (Pitsea Running Club) 05/09/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

What a fantastic thing you are doing. I know your father - you are obviously a very special family. Donation by Gillian Lyall 31/08/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Go Dan go. You are truly amazing. Best of luck on all your travels. Keep safe and stay smiling, KG x x Donation by Karen Guest 28/08/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

I think they should add this as an event in man olympics ;-)...I only shmoke.... GOOD LUCK!! Donation by Hannah Fraser 20/08/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

nice one - spin spin spin Donation by toby melville 07/08/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Well done, good luck! Donation by Verity Lambert 28/07/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Make sure you don't take a wrong turn in Turkmenistan, the best of luck a fantastic challenge Donation by Angus Beaumont 23/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck Mr Bent - St John's will miss you Donation by Sam Doherty 4H 23/07/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Donation by Anonymous 20/07/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

The best of luck, we look forward to seeing you after you complete your journey.Thanks for helping Charlie with his running. Donation by TONY JASKERAN 19/07/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Good Luck Dan, Your a Crazy Guy :) Keep us updated with lots of pics. Donation by Ian and Trace 17/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Dan- you embody the concept of carpe diem. Experience new things, brighten the lives of those you meet, and be safe. We'll miss you loads -xx- Donation by Roberta Dionello 16/07/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Good Luck Mr Bent Love Amelia and Matthew Steans Donation by Mark Steans 16/07/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

we were the annon. donors of £20 but comp. crashed half way through message. wishing you all the best! jo mark duncan and ross Donation by joanne green 16/07/09  

£5.00

Donation by Anonymous 16/07/09  

£20.00

You're the greatest teacher ever. We'll follow you on the website Happy peddling Lucas Donation by Lucas Pluck 15/07/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Fantastic stuff. Never met you Dan but your Dad's a top bloke so sure you'll succeed! Best wishes. Donation by Dave Miller 15/07/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

We think what you are doing is great and very brave. You know where to stop off if you fancy some Apfelstrudel! Donation by Jodie and Toby 14/07/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Dear Dan, we met on the circle line last Sat.Think its absolutely fab what ur doing-I'll be keeping an eye on how ur getting on.Good luck good luck!! Donation by Shumi Patwary 14/07/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

what a trip, what a guy, what an inspiration - the people of India and your route are all very lucky Donation by Simon Gardner 14/07/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Good luck on the ride! That's a very awesome cause! Donation by Brent 13/07/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Thanks for being a great teacher, we'd LO VE it if you came back. Good luck don't forget your snorkel. Donation by James and Dan Hyde 12/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Great adventure Dan, wish you all the best! Try not to get arrested before reaching your destination ;-) Donation by Martin Muldoon 12/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

That is one pound for every wed night session you're missing.....although we still expect you to do them. Have a great ride. Donation by Jen and Richie 12/07/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

That's £1 for every minute that i kicked your butt in ironman ;-) Donation by Fiona Strouts 09/07/09  

£45.00

You'll be missed at St John's, but we think what you're doing is great. Donation by Wallman family 09/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
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