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<p>Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page for the Nepal Challenge 2012.</p>
<p>You may know already that Ann and I are Foster Carers and again we are raising funds for the Fostering Network, During 2008 we raised £4,710 (Peru) and in 2010 we raised £6,125 (China) - totalling £10,835 for the UK's leading charity working to improve standards of care for fostered children.</p>
<p>The plan is for me to complete the Nepal Challenge during May 2012, by taking part in a thrilling 10-day trek and community project, against the magnificent backdrop of the Himalayas.</p>
<p>Those taking part will trek through mountain villages and thick rhododendron forests, see the peaks and glaciers of the Himalayas up close and be part of a community project for local children.</p>
<p>Before the group even starts up the first mountain the major challenge will be here at home, during these credit crunch times, trying to raise sponsorship from near and far. During times like this charities like the Fostering Network struggle just when more funds are actually needed to help make a difference to vulnerable children and young people. </p>
<p>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. </p>
<p>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. </p>
<p>To make a donation or to find out more about the trek please visit <a href="http://www.justgiving.com/davidtmcelhoney">http://www.justgiving.com/davidtmcelhoney</a></p>
<p>Thank you for taking the time to read my page and many thanks for your support.</p>
<p>Dave</p>
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<p>So please dig deep and donate now.</p>
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