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Thank you for visiting our fundraising page in memory of Ged.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to donate: SANDS will receive your money electronically and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in Gift Aid will be added to your donation at no cost to you.

17 babies are stillborn or die shortly after birth every day in the UK. SANDS are working to ensure that as few families as possible experience this terrible loss.

No donation too small, every penny counts

Many thanks for your support.



Charity Football Match:  Garricks XI vs Hardly Athletic. 13th September 2009. Trafford FC:  Shawe View.

A truly Fantastic day which raised a staggering £5100.00 for SANDS.

Both teams contested an evenly fought game and put on a great show for the spectators. Unfortunately, only one team could win. The result went down to penalties in which Hardley Athletic came through victorious!! Many thanks to the Ex United Players, David May, Lee Martin and Clayton Blackmore for turning up and supporting the event.

The after match party lived up to all expectations down at the Garricks Head. Jonny Spangles was in fine form and the entertainment went on long into the evening. Thank you to Big Norman and his wife Denise who made the day very special.

A big Thank you to all our friends and family who helped out on the day, without whom this event would not have been possible. A tremendous effort.

Thank you to all our sponsors for your kind donations. The Raffle and Auction raised a huge amount.

Finally, a big thank you to everyone who turned up to support the event. I hope you had a great time. We certainly did!

We are sure the money raised will help comfort and help other families who have been affected by the loss of a baby and help promote research which could help save babies lives.

We are both very lucky and proud to be a part of such a great community. We will never forget Sunday, it was a very special day.

Many thanks.



GREAT MANCHESTER 10K RUN. Sunday 17th May 2009.

This year we had a huge amount of runners taking part to help raise funds for SANDS. A truly fantastic day with all runners recording great times!! 

Okay, here goes..... Many thanks to: David Mitchell, Sarajane Kelley, James Gilsenan, Julie Knight, Chris Webster, Andy Driver, Don Beaver, Lee Shaugnesy, Sharon Mcgregor, Scott Mcgregor, Terry Leonard, Sarah Hutchison, Ian Allibone, Gary Mcgregor, Chris Jepson, Rebekah Coulson, Craig Bradshaw, Dennis Shannon, Jo Milne, Craig Jones and Paul, Billy and Jamie from Sand Hair Salon.

I know you have all trained really hard for this event and put a huge effort in to fundraising for SANDS.

A fantastic achievement, You did yourselves proud!!

Many Thanks

Gaz and Wend. 

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LONDON MARATHON 26th APRIL 2009

It was tough going but I did it!! Despite stomach cramps and a visit to the St Johns Ambulance tent I managed to complete the Marathon in 4:06. 14 miles in I honestly thought I wouldn't make it.

A huge thank you to everyone who has sponsored me. You're support helped me cross that finish line.

In remembrance of our boy's 2nd Birthday. For you Ged, forever in our Hearts.

Gary.

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A big thankyou to Claire Tsang who is currently raising money for SANDS. For every half pound lost through slimming, Claire is donating five pounds. Good Luck and keep it up!!

 A big thankyou to Sarah Lafferty, who completed the 2008 High Legh 10K run, to raise funds for SANDS.

A big thankyou to Dave Mitchell, Chris Webster, Chris Burns, Sarah Hutchison, Dennis Shannon, Craig Daniels and Rachael Webster who completed the 2008 Great Manchester 10k run, to raise funds for SANDS.


Charity Football Match:  Woodsend XI vs Hardly Athletic. 31st August 2008. Trafford FC:  Shawe View.

A truly Fantastic day which raised a staggering £7428.36 for SANDS.


Good luck Gaz on the 26th Donation by Rachel P 16/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck to all the ladies doing the M/c run!! Donation by Carla, Niall & Thea 16/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck on 26th Gaz!! Donation by Carla, Niall & Thea 16/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck Gaz! Donation by Dawn, Declan & Kieron 16/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

For Sj, 10K run Donation by Andy Royle 11/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

For Sj 10K run, Good luck Donation by Dave Acton 11/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck Gary from all @ Wyse - and you HAVE to wear the special visor!!! Donation by Wyse Technology (UK) Ltd 09/04/09  

£360.00

Remember, SJ, to keep going until somebody tells you stop. Well done Donation by Joyce Acton 09/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Donation by Paul Deane 07/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck Gary! Donation by Oak 07/04/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

For your 10k run SJ Good luck x Donation by Rachel Hughes 03/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good Luck In London Gary. Donation by Maxine Casey 02/04/09  

£20.00

For SJ, Manchester 10k xx Donation by Jane Evans 01/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Best of luck for the smoke...London Calling Donation by Dopes 31/03/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Is it a bird? Is it Basil Fawlty? No it's SUPER GAZ! Donation by Beks, Lee, Jack and Adam 30/03/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Gaz good luck with it all - truly inspiring! Donation by Wayne, Elaine & Tash 29/03/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Good luck mate, I doff my cap to you only wish it could be more, much love tou you and yours mate. Donation by Millsy 28/03/09  

£10.00

Good luck Gaz, will be there to cheer you on Donation by Sarah & Terry 27/03/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

For SJ, good luck xx Donation by Alison D 27/03/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Good luck Gaz. Best Wishes, Youdy and my mate Stevie G!! Donation by Mark Youd 25/03/09  

£20.00

For Sj, Manchester 10K, you go girl!! Donation by Helen Royle 25/03/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

For SJ, Manchester 10K! Impressive matey xx Donation by Kelly G 24/03/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Eye of the tiger has nothing on you Gaz!The very best of luck to you.xx Donation by Ivo and Rachel 21/03/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

God luck Knighty lad!! Donation by Denwarrr 15/03/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

have a great time in London and enjoy the race (mike @ aluminium handles) Donation by mike flint 11/03/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck mate! The thought of driving 26miles is tiring enough! Good on you! Donation by Brad 06/03/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

No weight loss last week (but no gain either) however a 1lb off this week xxx Donation by Claire 04/03/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck! Nothing but respect and will shout at the telly on the day. Donation by Helen Robinson & family 24/02/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck Gaz Knight! Donation by Louise Mason 21/02/09  

£10.00

Good Luck Gary, admire your determination! Donation by Kate Cain 20/02/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
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