Thanks for visiting my fundraising page!
I have had symptoms of endometriosis since I was 9 years old. For most of the time I have been relatively unaffected. Twice in my life, once at 21, and again at 32, I noticed a gradual build up of problems and realised something was seriously wrong only when I collapsed and needed surgery. I've lost many many months over my life to this disease, mainly because of poor diagnosis and treatment. We need more research to understand the causes and to find a cure.
I decided to participate in this Cuba trek challenge for several reasons:
1. Hardly anyone knows about endometriosis. Because it's a 'women's problem', it can be difficult to talk about and people can become embarrassed. I want to have an excuse to talk about it and raise awareness - maybe if more people knew what it was and how much women suffer, there would be more pressure to find good treatments and maybe even a cure!
2. I want to raise money for the Endometriosis Society. They do vital work in keeping this illness in the government's agenda and in supporting women with this condition.
3. I welcome the challenge of getting my health and fitness to a level where I can complete the trek. At the time of writing, in mid August, I still can't walk more than about 1 1/2 hours without having to rest because of the pain. I want to work hard to get fit and well enough!
Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: National Endometriosis Society will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.
Many thanks for your support. I can't do it without you.
Raised:
83%
Raised so far: £2,084.89
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Glad you had such a wonderful trip for such a worthwhile cause... x Donation by Lise on 22/03/06 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Go girl! Love from a past sufferer!!! Donation by Annie on 01/03/06 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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I hope that everything goes well for you Gina. Good Luck! Donation by Denise Binks on 01/03/06 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Donation by Colin on 23/02/06 |
£200.00 + £56.41 Gift Aid |
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Here's the fee from John Curley (who laminated your Joker cards)! Donation by Chris on 10/02/06 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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I love you girl - You will make it :-) Donation by Yossi Baram on 10/01/06 |
£50.00 |
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Finally paid up! Go for it Gina :-) Donation by Tim Williams on 06/01/06 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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You go girl! Viva Cuba. Luv J xx Donation by Jonathan on 29/11/05 |
£325.00 + £91.67 Gift Aid |
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What a fantastic challenge, all the very best. Liz (friend of Jon Pauling) Donation by Liz Sceal on 25/11/05 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Donation by Rob & Layla on 19/11/05 |
£24.00 + £6.77 Gift Aid |
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Go Gina! Just seeing your smile made me get my wallet out! Donation by douglas revill on 30/10/05 |
£50.00 |
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This is really from a friend of the Hammersmith Walker Donation by Chalkgirl on 22/09/05 |
£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid |
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Funds raised from my first batch of eBay auctions... Enjoy! Donation by Chris Oakley on 18/09/05 |
£61.00 + £17.21 Gift Aid |
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need more auctions & why wasn't I invited to the party!? Donation by kevT on 14/09/05 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Auction a terrific idea Donation by Anthony r on 12/09/05 |
£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid |
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Good luck, Gina! I'm not after a better mark...honest! Donation by Mo (UV student) on 09/09/05 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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for the auction video's, well done gina....and good luck Donation by mjeaves on 09/09/05 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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A worthy cause for a good friend... hope this helps a little at least Donation by Anonymous on 09/09/05 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Donation by Stephen Powell on 08/09/05 |
£109.00 + £30.74 Gift Aid |
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Enjoyed the party - thanks Donation by ali g on 08/09/05 |
£35.00 + £9.87 Gift Aid |
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Donation by Ken Allen on 07/09/05 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Keep up the good work, Gina! Donation by Chris Oakley on 02/09/05 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid |
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Just a little help Donation by charlie on 31/08/05 |
£40.00 + £11.28 Gift Aid |
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Donation by Anonymous on 31/08/05 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid |
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Step by step the longest march can be won! Donation by Chalkgirl on 28/08/05 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
| * Total raised online: | £1,254.00 |
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| Offline donations: | £830.89 |
| Mobile donations: | £0.00 |
| Total Raised: | £2,084.89 |
| Gift Aid plus supplement: | £325.49 |
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