Raised: 61%
Target: £3,000.00
Raised so far: £1,830.00
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My story

 

Thanks for visiting our fundraising page.

A few of us ‘Fat Old Boys’ from Lichfield Rugby Club have belatedly decided to lose some weight!

There are eight of us participating in the weight-loss campaign and as our combined starting weight was somewhere close to a tonne, you can see that there is lots of potential, and you would think it should be quite easy!  Nevertheless, just to ensure that we are all suitably motivated we are also using the campaign to help the fund-raising efforts of The Birmingham Children’s Hospital.

Unfortunately, a number of lads from the Rugby Club’s Mini-Junior Section have had reason to use the facilities at the hospital, and we would like to help to repay the hospital for the care and treatment they have all been given - by providing some additional funds for the excellent work that they do. 

All of the money we raise is going to the hospital’s funds.

In addition to the money we are contributing ourselves from our weekly weight-loss fees (and the frequent fines for poor performance!) we are looking to raise a whole lot more - by holding raffles, auctions and enabling other kind-hearted individuals to contribute - either by buying raffle tickets or simply pledging some cash!

Our scheme is linked directly to hospital's charitable funds, so you can easily pledge your support, and donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor us, as Birmingham Children's Hospital Charities 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 your donation. 

We know it’s a bit tough for some at the moment, and financially we may be under some pressure, however most of us do have our health - so if you can pledge your donation on line - however small, we would be extremely grateful.

Please sponsor us now, and many thanks in anticipation of your support!

 

Picture courtesy of Lichfield Mercury Copyright 2009 CIN

Sorry for the delay - meant to donate ages ago but also only just reading through June/July emails! Donation by Lara Hawkins 26/11/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Just found this mail so sorry for the delay ! Donation by Steve Clarke 08/10/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Well done and a great cause. Meant to do this weeks ago but news of Dave Thompson's latest escapade reminded us to actually do it! Donation by Peter and Bron 08/09/09  

£40.00 + £11.28 Gift Aid

From what we saw in Spain, Paul, Steve & Ian still need to lose weight and raise some more money!! Donation by sally & axel 03/09/09  

£20.00

Late donation re raffle Donation by Paul Massey 11/08/09  

£10.00

Top dieting chaps. 6 Peddies and a Chinese on a Friday night - that's some harsh routine (Ricky Hatton's I presume). Good luck all. Donation by Paul & Wendy 10/08/09  

£40.00 + £11.28 Gift Aid

Well done Dan, I won't recognise you when we next meet. Donation by Dave Stevenson 04/08/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Dan, looking forward in helping you put the weight back on with a few gallons of beer and a nice kebab and chips Donation by Jason Woodbine 24/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Over half way - it's all downhill from here! Donation by Paul 23/07/09  

£140.00 + £39.49 Gift Aid

Well Done guys looks like i'll be the only fatty left in lichfield! Donation by logan khan 21/07/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Well done to everyone - keep it going fatboys, we need to reach the £3k! Donation by Daniel Bourne 21/07/09  

£385.00 + £108.59 Gift Aid

Less is more! Donation by Bev Massey 20/07/09  

£130.00 + £36.67 Gift Aid

congratulations boys and well done Donation by stevie sav 17/07/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Dan, go little Bro you fat b**tard! Donation by Big Bro! 17/07/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Last one to the bar Friday buys the beers. Donation by Pete 14/07/09  

£45.00 + £12.69 Gift Aid

good for you Paul! Donation by Philip Haddon 03/07/09  

Top effort and a great cause. Well done Dan and all of you, from Steve, Steph and Will Mucklow Donation by Steve Mucklow 02/07/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good Luck Dan. The PALMER'S would like to thank you all for what you are doing for the Childrens Hospital after all they did to help our son Tomo. Donation by Fraser Palmer 02/07/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Good luck Donation by Craig Jepson 02/07/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Get the "sprinkles" out Dan. Double helping after drowning the sorrows on Sat. Good luck. Chris Donation by Chris Holmes 29/06/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Top effort boys - great cause Donation by Dave Butler 27/06/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Dan, being slim won't suit you!! Donation by Richard Clarke 26/06/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

looking forward to seeing the 6 pack Dan!! Donation by Mark Rutherwood 25/06/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

don't fade away, we need you, Charles! Donation by charles millington 23/06/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Just goes to show sometimes less is more Donation by Ian Davies 22/06/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Good luck. Remember it's only calories from solids that count!! Donation by Mike Bowen 18/06/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

keep it up and you will look as good as me on the beach !! Donation by skinny Neil in Canada 18/06/09  

£50.00

Hopefully there will be room for us in the Drum on a Friday when you have all lost some weight. All too cosy at the moment with the room you take up!! Donation by Pete and Lyndsey 17/06/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

At least the wallets a little lighter!!!! Donation by Ivor Elcock 17/06/09  

£40.00 + £11.28 Gift Aid

Ireland to win the Grand Slam again in 2010 Donation by Arthur Griffin 16/06/09  

£50.00
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