Raised so far: £931.50
My story
Thank you for visiting my fundraising page. Please dig deep and sponsor me online for my terrifying charity tandem parachute 
jump for Autism Speaks taking place on the 29th March 2009 (postponed 3 times due to weather).
FINALLY THE JUMP WENT AHEAD AS PLANNED, SO THANK YOU TO ALL WHO SPONSORED ME FOR SUCH A WORTHY CAUSE XX
Autism Speaks is the only registered charity in the UK raising funds specifically for continuing research into the causes of autism, a confusing and isolating life long disability. In comparison to the tireless fundraising of this charity, the government provide only a fraction of their research funding to this condition even though 1 in 100 children are now affected; it is also one of the most signifcant and misunderstood developmental disorders.
It is because of this that the role of fundraisers is vital, hence the reason why I am throwing myself out of a plane attached only to a strapping man (hopefully) and a piece of material.
Your donation would help to make a difference to the life of my wonderful son and the 107,000 children across the country like him living with autism. It would give hope of a brighter more secure future.
Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Autism Speaks 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.
So please sponsor me now and open your heart to autism!
Many thanks for your support. Feel free to read the poem below which sums up my feelings as a parent of an autistic child.
My Child With Autism
Like each and every one of us my child is unique, he is special, and he is also autistic
The condition is part of him, yet it is the beauty he possesses that defines him
His uniqueness is my joy, his smile my inspiration
Humbling to us is his ability to forgive, his lack of malice, his acceptance of all
He will not judge a book by its cover, he will look for the beauty beneath
Such qualities within are what sets him apart, not the disability immediately seen
My life is not blighted by what could have been
As a lot has been learnt on the journey travelled, although long and unforeseen
The courage I possess, the proudness I feel, the joys of being called mummy are honest and real
My reason for being, the light of my life, my baby, my boy, my achievement in life
I want to thank you son for being you
My perfect child, so courageous, honest and true
Kirsty Thompson ®
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Donated in recognition of the wonderful inspiration both Kirsty and Sam had on me, knowing them has enriched my life. Good luck Kirsty, Andy x Donation by Andy Smith 20/03/09 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid | |
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Various donations Donation by Autism Speaks Walk 12/10/08 |
£36.50 | |
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Hi Kirsty just saw the mention in the Bracknell News my son Liam,3, has just been diagnosed with ASD Good luck! Donation by Maria Cluer 25/09/08 |
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid | |
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Best Wishes xxx Donation by Elaine Jee 11/09/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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Hi Kirsty, all the best for your jump on the 7th. You are so brave. Loved the poem and photo,often think of youboth. Judy. Donation by Judy MacLennan 05/09/08 |
£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid | |
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Best of luck Kirsty, well done ur braver than me. Enjoy Donation by Lorraine 03/09/08 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid | |
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Good luck kirsty you are doing a wonderful thing sorry I couldnt give you more xxx Donation by susan kopf 29/08/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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we are all doing the sundance thought this would round up your money!! good luck brave one!! Donation by harry powell 27/08/08 |
£12.00 + £3.38 Gift Aid | |
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Good luck -Next it's climb Everest? Donation by Johnc 26/08/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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good luck! love the picture of you and Sam Donation by simon wallace 19/08/08 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid | |
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you've got bigger balls than my husband ha ha!!! Donation by carole and peter milsted 15/08/08 |
£20.00 | |
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Good Luck and Best Wishes. Margaret @ SB Donation by Margaret 14/08/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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Bev says you are brave - I've got to believe it!! Donation by Lyn Chamberlin 14/08/08 |
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid | |
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you go sis you have more confidence than me i could nt do it enjoy it and let the guy go once on the ground Donation by beverley padgett 13/08/08 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid | |
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dont care how much strapping his got i wouldnt do it Donation by Amanda and Lewis 12/08/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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YOU GO GIRL , FEEL THE WIND BENEATH YOUR WINGS WE LOVE YOU BOTH LOTS X Donation by GLORIA AND KEITH 09/08/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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good luck kirsty . Donation by glenn ransome and marie 08/08/08 |
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid | |
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Good luck you are a brave lady a wonderful cause Donation by Mandy Salter (Parent Partnership) 05/08/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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What can I say except I am with the rest of your friends and colleagues - a very worthy cause - very very brave...to all. Donation by Pauline and Roger Southam 18/06/08 |
£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid | |
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Good luck Kirsty - you are braver than me. Hold on tight! From Debbie and the BACKUP team. Donation by Debbie Day, BACKUP Typing 18/06/08 |
£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid | |
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Donation by Kennel Lane Drivers & Escorts 17/06/08 |
£13.00 | |
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Good Luck Kirsty from all at Bradley Mason LLP Donation by Julian Mason 16/06/08 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid | |
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Good luck Kirsty from all at Bells Commercial (clients of Debbie Day) but we typed this ourselves! Donation by Bells Commercial 13/06/08 |
£100.00 | |
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Very brave! All the best Donation by Karen Evans 12/06/08 |
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid | |
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We are clients of Debbie Day and wanted to support this important cause. Good luck! Stephanie, Sally & Lucinda Donation by Redwood Search 10/06/08 |
£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid | |
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good luck .I am friend of Debbie Day whose company look after me beautifully every day. Donation by Andrew Thompson 06/06/08 |
£20.00 | |
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good luck kirsty Donation by davies family 30/05/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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You must be mad, but a worthy cause - GOOD LUCK!! Donation by Mark Day 21/05/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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Good luck you nutter! You're fab! Donation by Nettie and Joe 21/05/08 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid | |
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Hi Kirsty, Good Luck with the jump and best wishes in raising the funds for such a worthy cause. Elaine x Donation by Elaine Jee 20/05/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
| * Total raised online: | £746.50 |
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| Offline donations: | £185.00 |
| Gift Aid plus supplement: | £154.28 |
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