Ian Battye

Cycle Palestine 2016

Fundraising for Medical Aid for Palestinians
£2,084
raised of £2,500 target
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Event: Cycle Palestine 2016, from 24 September 2016 to 2 October 2016
Medical Aid for Palestinians

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We deliver medical services and aid to improve the health of refugees

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Cycle Palestine 2016

24th September - 2nd October 2016.

I will be cycling from Jenin in the North of Palestine's West Bank  to Hebron in the South passing through Jericho, Bethlehem and ultimately reaching Jerusalem. The ride is not only a physical challenge, but a chance to meet the local people,  experience the rich culture and build friendships with the people of the area. I haven't been on a bike in 20 years and at this moment I don't own one, but that problem will be put right very soon.

I am well and truly getting out of my comfort zone. I am half Palestinian and this will be the first time I will have visited Palestine the birthplace of my Mum. I have have always wanted to experience and  see up close this historic and enigmatic country which has suffered many hardships over recent years. I have taken the plunge to participate in this 230km bike ride across the West Bank to raise money and awareness for Medical Aid for Palestinians, a remarkable charity which I have supported over the last 25 years.  Last years ride raised over £166,000 for MAP’s healthcare projects in the West Bank, Gaza and Lebanon. We will be visiting one of these on the journey.

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Medical Aid for Palestinians

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Medical Aid for Palestinians works for the health and dignity of Palestinians living under occupation and as refugees.

Donation summary

Total raised
£2,083.89
+ £442.50 Gift Aid
Online donations
£2,033.89
Offline donations
£50.00

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