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My story

 

Hello everyone and welcome to my Fundraising page.  You may know already that Ann and I are Foster Carers and this year we are raising funds for the Fostering Network, the UK's leading charity working to improve standards of care for fostered children.

The plan was for me to complete the Inca Trail in Peru during October 2008, climbing 12,000 feet, trekking through the Andes to Macchu Picchu and the aim was to raise over £4,000 to support the Fostering Network's work with fostered children and young people across the UK.

Well, I am pleased to say that the mission has been accomplished.  Seventeen foster carers, social workers and staff members of the Fostering Network embarked on the daunting high altitude trek and have already raised a massive £50,000 in sponsorship to help make a difference to vulnerable children and young people.  I've so far raised £4,600 for the charity.

The 10-day trek was an intense physical challenge, with steep, remote mountain trails climbing 4,200 metres into the snow-capped mountains, leading to the first sight of the legendary Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu. 

I was very excited about the trip, facing new challenges and being able to complete my promise to all those who sponsored me.  I am proud to have been a part of raising so much money for the Fostering Network which will benefit children and young people in and out of the care system, as well as supporting foster carers in many different ways. 

Phil Jacob, the Fostering Network’s funding and development manager, said: “I‘m delighted with the overwhelming enthusiasm for our first overseas fundraising venture, from both trekkers and sponsors.” 

“The commitment and dedication of our adventurous members and staff have been phenomenal, and have helped us raise vital funds to continue our work with foster families, fostering services and policy makers to ensure the best possible foster care for the children who need it.” 

There are 51,000 fostered children living with 43,000 foster families on any one day in the UK. The Fostering Network estimates there is a shortage of at least 10,000 foster families.  

The Fostering Network is the UK’s leading charity for all those involved in fostering, and exists to ensure that fostered children receive the highest standards of care. It has offices in Belfast, Cardiff, Glasgow and London. 

To make a donation or to find out more about the trek please visit http://www.justgiving.com/davidmcelhoney

THANK YOU EVERYBODY AND HAVE A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS

Many thanks for your support.

Dave

you need to lose a few pounds anyway this will help im sure lol Donation by brother jim 06/03/08  

£30.00

Wishing you the best of luck Dave Donation by Nalini 06/03/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good Luck David Donation by Vera Winning East Kilbride 05/03/08  

£5.00

Good Luck Donation by KENNETH BECK 05/03/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Be careful please ! (I will pack lots of plasters for you) DONT eat the local delicacy ! Love u Donation by Ann McElhoney 04/03/08  

£100.00

You can do it Dave,Good Luck. Donation by Mother-in-Law 04/03/08  

£30.00

Good Luck Donation by Margaret MacDonald 04/03/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

That's four Munroes! You have my utmost admiration young man. Hope all goes well. Donation by PhilMcGlass 25/02/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

if you could win that lottery for us you wouldn't need sponsership. wishing you well Dave x Donation by Debbie Gallagher 23/02/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck! Donation by Julie Rogers 22/02/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Nice one Dave, hope it goes well and you achieve your target. Donation by Debbie Cummings 19/02/08  

£50.00

Best of luck Dave - and we both really hope you meet your target matey!!! Donation by Colin and Pat 19/02/08  

£35.00 + £9.87 Gift Aid

Love from Party Jane Donation by Jane Braithwaite 18/02/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Donation by Karen & Jim 18/02/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good Luck! Donation by Janine Johnson 15/02/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Best of luck with your fundraising Dave Donation by Darren Lyons 15/02/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Good Luck Dave and good on you! Donation by Jo, Paul and Samuel 14/02/08  

£50.00

Good luck you brave Jock! Donation by Gareth "Taffy" Storer 14/02/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Good Luck and take plenty of plasters. Donation by Joanne 14/02/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Watch out for crocodiles ! Donation by Emily and Holly 14/02/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

That's 1 penny per blister Donation by Andrew 14/02/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Just a wee top up Donation by Mum Mack 10/02/08  

£20.00

Good luck mate! Donation by Hammy 08/02/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Good Luck! Donation by Lee Barnard 08/02/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Get off my back Donation by Dad Mack 07/02/08  

£30.00

Donation by Dylan 07/02/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Dave, this is wonderful cause and I am more than happy to donate to it. Best of luck with the walk! Donation by Jessica Borley 07/02/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Good Luck x Donation by Hilary & Kevin Tharby 06/02/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

David, please take our PM with you and bury him at the summit! Donation by andrew hinchliffe 06/02/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck David, I'm sure you will achieve your goal. Best wishes, Amanda Green Donation by Amanda Green 06/02/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
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