Dawn Lawrence is fundraising for Prostate Cancer Research Foundation

Cycling for Mike

on 03/09/2009

Mike Hibbs. Loved and admired by all.

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Raising money for

Prostate Cancer Research Foundation

Charity Registration No. 1117399

The Prostate Cancer Research Foundation has two aims, the first to promote independent worldwide research into all aspects of prostate cancer; and the second to spread the crucial knowledge gathered from that research as far afield as possible, via an internationally recognised forum, attended by the world’s top prostate cancer experts. The Prostate Cancer Research Foundation is also the home of the Bob Monkhouse ‘Give a few bob’ campaign www.giveafewbob.org.

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Dawn Lawrence

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Raised so far: £4,458.00

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My story

In memory of our dear friend Mike Hibbs and to hopefully raise lots of money for the Prostate Cancer Research Foundation, In September I am proposing to cycle what will be the toughest ride of my life.

Starting at the Victoria Falls, Zambia and ending 24 days later at the Cape of Good Hope, South Africa we will cross Botswana by way of the Okavango Delta and the Kalahari Desert and enter Namibia by traversing the vast Namib Desert and through the Dunes at Sossusviei and Fish River Canyon. We will then continue on into South Africa through the Cedarberg Mountains en-route to Cape Town where this epic journey ends.

With the total journey covering nearly 2,000 miles and cycling up to 100 miles a day, the 24 days of sustained riding in such a hot clime, will for me be a real challenge. Having beaten cancer myself I am now left with severe Lymphodema in the left leg and have to wear a very thick, full length support stocking. As if that isn't enough, I will also be camping - often in remote areas without even the most basic of facilities.

If you feel you'd like to help raise money for this very worthy cause, give me the added incentive for all the training required and show Heather, Melanie and Justine just how much Mike meant to us, the impact he made on all our lives and how sadly he is still missed, please follow the link below.

Thank you so much

Dawn

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. Prostate Cancer Research Foundation will get your money faster and, if you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to all donations.

	Donation by Michael Wren 14/11/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Donation by David Peltz 15/10/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	wonder woman dawn what a fantastic journey for such a good cause well done Donation by jill mitchell 12/10/09	£15.00
	Well Done Dawn. For Mike - we miss your cheerful face. Donation by mary hampton 12/10/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	What an amazing achievement! Very well done! Donation by Annette Dabbs 07/10/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	Well Done Dawn Donation by stuart and carole 06/10/09	£50.00
	Great effort Donation by Colin Appleby 03/10/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Well done dawn. Donation by John & Carol 02/10/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	Congratulations on a successful great adventure Donation by Himself 27/09/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Good on yer, Dawny baby! Donation by Jo Darley 06/09/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	Best of luck Dawn - you might even persuade me to get back on my bike Donation by Bob Raeburn 06/09/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	We hope all goes well. It's a good job we are not coming with you. Neither of us would manage to cycle further than the end of our road! Donation by Marian & Steve Gamble 01/09/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	Good luck, take care and a comfy saddle. Pat, Ian, Rachael and Sarah Donation by Ian Clough 31/08/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	Donation by marion lowden 23/08/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	All the very best Donation by Anon 22/08/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Good Luck Dawn! Remember that a cheetah can run at 72mph for 1 minute...perhaps Rod could strap some fireworks to the bike for an emergency boost? Donation by Nic 20/08/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	Spot some birds for me Dawn, there's a £ for every species you can identify from your bike but take care, want you back in one piece! Donation by Brian Shaw 13/08/09	£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid
	Good Luck & keep safe Donation by ananymous 05/08/09	£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid
	Great challenge. Good luck and best wishes for what will be a great achievement. Donation by Andy, Kathy, Alex & Phoebe 05/08/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	Wishing you all the very best Dawn. Lot's of love Adele xxx Donation by Adele Deacon 04/08/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Donation by Howard Ausden 31/07/09	£10.00
	It's 138 x Hathersage/Castleton/Hathersage. If you say it quickly enough..........! Good luck. Donation by G 29/07/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	At last Dawn. You are not forgotten. Mike and I hope you have a successful adventure. Elaine Donation by Elaine Blair 29/07/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	You can borrow my Royal Mail bike to ensure that you complete the journey! Donation by david turner 29/07/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Good luck Dawn Amanda and Mel Donation by Melvyn Bartrim 27/07/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	Good luck, Dawn Donation by John Blackhurst 24/07/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	Good Luck Chris & Myra Ibbotson Donation by Chris & Myra Ibbotson 21/07/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Good Luck Dawn Donation by michael McCarthy 20/07/09	£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid
	Donation by Anonymous 20/07/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Great cause. Fantastic project through country we know well as ex-Zambians. Good luck - come back and speak to Bakewell Rotary about it! Donation by sue and peter Huxtable, calver 13/07/09	£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

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* Total raised online:	£2,495.00
Offline donations:	£1,963.00
Gift Aid plus supplement:	£668.46

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