Raised so far: £850.15
My story
I have never taken part in a sporting event in my life, but am determined to get into shape this year to enjoy more 'life' and I want to raise money for the wonderful NACOA in the process.
NACOA is The National Association for Children of Alcoholics and last year they answered cries for help from just under 18,000 COA's (children of alcohol dependent parents), some as young as 7 years old.
Some call the helpline to talk about the madness they are surrounded by and a few of the very young ones call to ask for a bedtime story to be read to them, from someone who won't be horrible.
I'm a very proud Trustee for NACOA and also a COA too; my mum lost her life to the illness almost 3 years ago; even when they're gone and no matter how old you are, you're always a COA.
A COA's life can be filled with volatility, pain and uncertainty and NACOA provides an essential lifeline that helps them realise they are not responsible for their parent's drinking or the subsequent trouble it often causes.
So, I've ditched the chocolate
and am in training 'right now', getting ready to take part in the Great North Swim in September 2009, please see www.GreatNorthSwim.org for details.Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: The National Association For Children Of Alcoholics gets 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.
So please sponsor me today
no amount is too small, I know times are tough, but if I can find 18,000 people at £1 each, I'll hit my target!There are around 3.5 million COA's in the UK and every one of them needs to know about the comfort they can find through NACOA; be sure to tell any COA's you know about this outstanding charity and their shining ray of light.
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Tracey Smith is a writer/broadcaster on sustainable living and author of 'The Book of Rubbish Ideas' and makes a personal donation to NACOA for each copy sold.
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Congratulations on the swim Tracey and hope to see you soon. Donation by Donna Hicks 10/11/09 |
£20.00 |
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Thank you from Saltash Environmental Action - a fantastic evening! Donation by Marianne Beale 17/10/09 |
£50.00 |
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You go girl! xxx Donation by Danny Carnegie 30/09/09 |
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid |
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Well done! Donation by Lucy Owen 20/09/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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You are such an inspiration - Go Tracey Go (but not too far!) Donation by Dave Hampton 19/09/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Well done hon - fantastic achievement. Donation by Sue J 16/09/09 |
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid |
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Well done - hope you make your target sorry this is only a credit crunch donation Donation by Colette Bennett (ESW) 16/09/09 |
£2.00 + £0.56 Gift Aid |
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You are a star, I couldn't have done it, but you did! A fantastic sporting acheivement my lovely! Donation by Sophie 15/09/09 |
£5.00 |
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You are truly amazing - well done!!!! Donation by Izzy and Brian Robertson 14/09/09 |
£5.00 |
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Thanks so much for all you doi for NACOA. Well done. Marion Donation by Marion Ohlson 13/09/09 |
£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid |
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Well done, marvellous achievement and continued support for NACOA Donation by Friend of NACOA 13/09/09 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid |
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Well done Tracey! Donation by Debra Knox 13/09/09 |
£2.00 + £0.56 Gift Aid |
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Wow!! You're an inspiration. Just keep thinking about the cuppa and sit down at the end missus :-) Donation by Heather Bestel 12/09/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Way to go Tracey! Watch out for the sharks though! Donation by Simon West 11/09/09 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Hi Tracey Good luck. Careful of the Windermere-ness monster lol. Your a star x Donation by Ross Marchant 11/09/09 |
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid |
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Good Luck Tracey! I am humbled by your bravery. Donation by David Hinder 11/09/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Best of luck, missus! Donation by Emma Cooper 11/09/09 |
£5.90 + £1.66 Gift Aid |
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Good Luck Tracey! x Donation by Emma Britton (BBC Somerset) 11/09/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Have a great swim ,Tracey. Try to enjoy the view! Donation by Chas Griffin 11/09/09 |
£10.00 | |
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More power to your elbow - and hands, and legs etc too! Donation by Angie Corbet 11/09/09 |
£2.00 |
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Hi Tracey what a great thing you are doing - just got your email and will be cheering you on in spirit! Christine Donation by Christine Miller 11/09/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Got your e-mail too; sorry just a small donation, but a BIG wish for success in your swim. Wish I'd known about NCOA Donation by Fiona Brown 11/09/09 |
£2.00 + £0.56 Gift Aid |
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Got the email. Love the wetsuit. Good on you Tracey. Donation by Cally @ Country Gate Gardens 11/09/09 |
£10.00 |
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Donation by Beth Macdougall 11/09/09 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid | |
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Good luck! Donation by Chris Toynbee 11/09/09 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Swim Swim Swim :) Donation by Al Tepper 11/09/09 |
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Amazing Tracey, very inspiring!! It's great to know that every penny you raise will go a long way to making a difference in COAS lives. x Donation by Emma Spiegler 11/08/09 |
£40.00 + £11.28 Gift Aid |
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Swim Tracey Swim! Good luck! Hope you enjoy it. xx Donation by Cassandra Ohlson 29/07/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Thanks for keeping that chink of light alive for all the coas out there living in fear. LOL Hilary and all at Nacoa Donation by Hilary Henriques 29/07/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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go girl go! Donation by lyn hemming 12/02/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
| * Total raised online: | £850.15 |
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| Offline donations: | £0.00 |
| Gift Aid plus supplement: | £211.02 |
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