Kerry Bennett is fundraising for Dyslexia Action

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Amsterdam half marathon

on 18/10/2009

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Team members:

Shona McIntosh Kerry Bennett

Raising money for

Dyslexia Action

Charity Registration No. 268502, Scotland SCO39177

6 million people in the UK are affected by dyslexia, that's 10% of the population. Dyslexia can affect all areas of your life, not just reading and writing. It can cause low self esteem, anxiety, frustration and even depression if unidentified. Through our 26 centres, 158 outposts and our work in schools we work to improve lives through education.

Your money could make a real difference to the lives of those affected by dyslexia.

£25 - could fund a one hour session of multi-sensory tuition £50 - could pay for a parent to attend an awareness course £100 - could help towards the cost of keep a local centre open for one day Your donation will enable us to continue with our valuable work.

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Raised: 82%

Target: £1,000.00
Raised so far: £818.00

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My story

Dyslexia Action’s Amsterdam October 18, 2009 Half Marathon Team: Shona McIntosh (1hr 58) and Kerry Bennett (2hrs 18)

And then there were two but we did it!!!
13 miles is a long way but Shona and Kerry made it round and Shona in under two hours.

Thank you to everyone who has already shown their support and sponsored us but to make our aching muscles feel a little better please sponsor us if you haven't already.

A special note of thanks to our support team: Emma, Emma, Caroline and Michael (thank you for standing around in the cold and rain). And to Emma and John for their amazing hospitality - thank you!

Get Involved
Dyslexia Action has just launched a Fundraising campaign to encourage people to ‘Get Involved’, to help raise much needed funds for the many thousands of dyslexic people across the UK.

We are therefore asking you to ‘Get Involved’ by please sponsoring us!

Why should I ‘Get Involved’ and support Dyslexia Action?
Dyslexia is a hidden disability and far more complex than just a difficulty with reading. Approximately 10% of the population is dyslexic to varying degrees of severity, which is as many as 2 – 3 children in every classroom. It is also well documented that currently approximately 20% of children have below expected levels in literacy. Without identification and intervention many of these children are at risk of school failure.

The impact of this specific learning difficulty can result in a life time of underachievement, which is directly linked to reduced employment and life opportunities. This comes at not only a huge cost to the individual but also to the future growth of our economy.

Dyslexia can affect anyone of any age, race, religion or socioeconomic background. But those from more economically deprived backgrounds are more vulnerable and less likely to be able to access the help and support they need.

Dyslexia is a very emotive cause, particularly for the adults and children, and their parents, who experience the frustrations and huge difficulties it can cause.

In the words of one parent in response to the help that her son had received from Dyslexia Action: “Thank you for giving me back my bright and confident little boy.”

There are thousands more children who urgently need specialist help and support and by ‘getting involved’ and supporting Dyslexia Action, it is possible to make a difference to their lives.

The event
The Amsterdam Mizuno Half Marathon on Sunday 18^th October
For more information: www.amsterdammarathon.nl

Please donate now!
Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor us: Dyslexia Action gets your money faster and, if you’re a taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.

	Way to go! Well done both of you ;-) Donation by Emma Meaburn 26/10/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Well done Kerry & Shona! You should both be very proud. Donation by Jen & Pete x 22/10/09	£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid
	Kerry, you kept that quiet-if it wasn't for Facebook! Very well done from all at MI. Fantastic effort. Donation by Steve Davidson 21/10/09	£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid
	Well done Kerry! Im impressed with your running time..well done. Donation by Louisa 21/10/09	£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid
	Kerry, Many congratulations, you are a star Donation by Shirley Cramer 21/10/09	£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid
	Well done Donation by Mark Gibbard 21/10/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Well done Kerry. Congratulations ! Donation by Michael Le Houx 21/10/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	Well done Gals! Donation by Ian C McIntosh 20/10/09	£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid
	Well done Shona Donation by Julie and Chris 20/10/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Well done Shona. You may have little legs but doesn't stop you clocking up the miles. The training paid off!!! Donation by Oliver McMullen 20/10/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	sorry about the late donation! Well done Kerry!!!! Donation by Peter C 20/10/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Dear Kerry & Shona, sorry for the late contribution. Congratulations on a stonking effort. lots of love, Emma Donation by Emma Jennings 19/10/09	£30.00
	Good luck Auntie Kerry !! we love you ! Donation by Jack & Jamie xx 16/10/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	Go girls, I know that you'll manage what I was to flakey to even start!! Donation by Suzie 14/10/09	£40.00 + £11.28 Gift Aid
	You go girls! Donation by Carl & Juliet 14/10/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Just picture a nice bottle of vino at the finish line and you'll be there in no time! Good luck! Jane, Jake, Annabel, Alex & Benjamin xx Donation by Jane Egberts 14/10/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Good luck! (Mad, quite mad). Donation by Tim Donne 14/10/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Good Luck Shona and Kerry. Remember Amsterdam is very, very flat. That will help you run very, very quickly! Donation by Stuart McIntosh 14/10/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Hi Darling, good luck this weekend - we will be thinking of you, Loads of love Nats, Rob, Lily, Brayden and Eden Molly xxx Donation by Nats 14/10/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Have a slice of cake before the race and you'll float round - good luck Donation by Gary Oldfield 14/10/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	.....and then there were 2!! Much respect to you both, and best of luck on Sunday Kez & Shona xx Donation by Claire Bear 14/10/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Good luck and don't forget to wave to the 'pretty ladies'! Donation by Vikki 13/10/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	Good Luck. Try to stay on the straight and narrow. Donation by Nigel Shorthouse 12/10/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	An inspiration to us all! Donation by Jane Gallagher 01/10/09	£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid
	GOOD LUCK KEZ Donation by Elena 28/09/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	Good luck guys hope it all goes well we will be thinking of you, lol x Donation by Ems, Ollie + Thea Crake 15/07/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Good Luck Shaz,Kez & Em - last 3 remaining..hope you've doen your training!!! Donation by Caz & Michael 11/06/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	Run Forest Run!! Donation by Becky 08/06/09	£13.00 + £3.67 Gift Aid
	good luck, are you in training?! Donation by Anne and Paul 03/06/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Mmmm think I may have to come with you and be your support team!! Donation by Toni Wensley 03/06/09	£60.00 + £16.92 Gift Aid

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* Total raised online:	£718.00
Offline donations:	£100.00
Gift Aid plus supplement:	£194.05

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