Raised: 101%
Target: £1,950.00
Raised so far: £1,960.00
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Thanks so much to everyone that donated.  I have now reached my target and collected £2290 (incl. Gift Aid) for Raleigh.  This is a fantastic achievement that will directly impact many people.  I have decided to stop accepting donations on this site but if you missed the opportunity to sponsor me and would like to I would very much appreciate it.  This money will be used for flights, equipment, vaccinations, medicine, training and other expenses.

For your interest myself and Katherine completed the Triathlon yesterday irrespective of bike catastrophes (story for another time) and we are both very happy with our times.

James

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Nicaragua is the second poorest country in the western hemisphere. Having been ravaged by several natural disasters over recent years, there is a severe lack of community infrastructure such as schools, medical centres and housing.

I have decided to stop talking about it and volunteer…  To work with Raleigh as a Project Manager and help develop this infrastructure by building schools and community centres; piping in clean and safe drinking water to the community and help out families with their day to day lives.

This placement is for four months (Sept 08 – Jan 09) and the role is unpaid and entirely self funded.  So whilst I am covering my own flights and expenses, I am required to raise the funds to buy the building materials and support the whole endeavour.

This is where I need your help to raise the £2,000 contribution to these costs.  As well as self funding my side of the costs, I will also be competing in the London Triathlon on the 9th of August and enduring sponsored waxing and shavings of various descriptions (providing I reach my £2,000 target).

Once in Nicaragua I’m not sure exactly what to expect… I do know that there'll be no luxuries like toilets, a bed, electricity or running water!!  And I’m expected to be responsible for up to fifteen 17 to 24 year olds, to manage the work and ensure we complete the assigned project.  EEK :-!

This group will include young people coming from disadvantaged backgrounds.  This experience will give them a fantastic opportunity to help others and gain skills they can bring back to the UK.  Skills that will help them get a job and improve their own lives.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Raleigh International will receive your money faster and, if you’re a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.

Please help by contributing as much as you can.

Many thanks
James

Good luck James...this is an amazing thing to be doing! Donation by Claire Griffin 16/08/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Bien fuerte muchacho!! What a wonderful experience, I'm so jealous, It will be incredible. Make the most of every minute! Cuidado! xjo Donation by Jo Weir 06/08/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Best of luck uncle james. Donation by Noah Vickers 06/08/08  

£75.00

Sounds like a fantastic project. Good luck digging all those holes :) Best of luck in Nicaragua. V Donation by Monika 03/08/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Good on you James & Best of luck James. See you before you go! Donation by Sham & Sarah 02/08/08  

£40.00

James, you’re a wonder. We wish you well in your endeavour, the remainder of the €100 to follow towards your personal expenses. Le grá Donation by John & Nuala 25/07/08  

£20.00

Hi bro! This is an amazing thing to do. Sending u lots of well wishes n gud vibes 4 triathalon n Nicaragua! xxxxxxxxxxxxx Donation by Kathryn (Sis) 25/07/08  

£40.00

Good luck James! Donation by Athena 25/07/08  

£15.00

All the Best & Good Luck!! Donation by Sue Oke 23/07/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

What a wonderful project - good luck and good luck in the triathalon Katherine. Hopefully sys xx Donation by Jennie Bell 23/07/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

What an amazing project to be involved in! Good luck to you and Katherine in the triathlon!! Love Sarah x x Donation by Sarah and Amechi 23/07/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck and good on you! Take care in the Thames Mavis - don't swallow! xx Donation by Anna Macdonald 23/07/08  

£50.00

Hi James, This is brilliant, well done you, Good Luck and all the best Love ann xx Donation by Ann McAlpine 22/07/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

All the very best Donation by Caroline 22/07/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

good luck! Donation by Dawn 21/07/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Fair play to you James, hope all goes well! Donation by Des 19/07/08  

£50.00

Its nice to see someone following through their good intentions! Best of luck O'Mallion Donation by Din Dins and Hayley 19/07/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Enjoy and best of luck! Donation by Caroline 19/07/08  

£50.00

good on you james,all the best Donation by mikki dee 15/07/08  

£100.00

Good luck mate. Donation by Justin Wolfe 15/07/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Best wishes - a wonderful thing to do Donation by Jane 15/07/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Congratulations on making such a selfless personal commitment. Donation by Robert Fenerty 15/07/08  

£50.00

Good Man!! Looking forward to the trip report!! Donation by Rab Jackson 14/07/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

inspiring behaviour! Donation by anonymous 14/07/08  

£10.00

What a worthwhile cause, well done and safe travelling and will send cash towards your personal expenses Donation by Paula & John Egan 13/07/08  

£20.00

We admire your enterprise & brilliant support & offer ours willingly,sending funds 4 personal costs Donation by Mum & Dad with love 13/07/08  

£40.00

Best of luck with it lad :) Donation by Harpur 11/07/08  

£30.00

Gives you a nice round number... Donation by anonymous 11/07/08  

£305.00 + £86.03 Gift Aid

Hats off to you Mr McNulty and don't forget your mallion. Love Col Donation by Safety Guy 11/07/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Good luck : ) Donation by Karen L 11/07/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid
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