Matt and Lucy are running in this year's Great South Run, in Portsmouth on October 22nd, to raise as much money as we can for the Meningitis Research Foundation.

As you may know, our daughter / niece Bethany Rose contracted Meningitis at 6 weeks old. Although she was very ill, thanks to the wonderful care and support given to her, she has made a good recovery. Even so, this very personal experience of the disease highlighted how fragile life is.

We are incredibly appreciative of any donation you would like to make to support the amazing work of the Meningitis Research Foundation. We also want to raise awareness of Meningitis, so please could we ask you, even if you choose not to donate, to spend just 5 minutes visiting www.meningitis.org and to ensure that you increase your awareness of the disease and the symptoms.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor us: Meningitis Research Foundation 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.

Many thanks for your support.

Lucy and Matt