Mark Dillon is fundraising for The Relationships Centre

The People's Challenge

The English Half Marathon

on 04/10/2009

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Raising money for

The Relationships Centre

Charity Registration No. 1078372

Thank you for joining us to create a Life Skills Academy Appeal to keep yung people safe and help most disadvantaged

Young people and their families achieve their potential . The Life Skills Academy will provide a range of services that

will protect vulnerable young people at risk n the streets, keeping them safe from harm and provide learning and support to families and young people leaving care to enable them to lead independent and healthy lives

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Mark Dillon

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Raised: 134%

Target: £375.00
Raised so far: £503.90

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My story

Hiya,

I always enjoy musing over my ambitions to raise money and putting my stamina and self-discipline to the test. Due to London being too far away and Newcastle being too cold, my quest for moral balance has always been thwarted. That was until I read about the inaugural New Balance Half Marathon happening on my actual doorstep. Grrrr!!!

Now then, here comes the pledge!! I appreciate that the current economic climate isn't a warm one and when assessing budgets, giving to charity appears lower on the list. Which is why I am creating more than a request for your money. I am offering you a sporting bet. Due to reasons I cannot publicly disclose, the course will only be open for three hours and a special 'stragglers bus' will be deployed to pick up those who will not make the finish within the allotted timeframe.

If my crossing of the line has been assisted in any way by the bus, not only will I be condemned to a life of shame but I will personally refund your donation! As I am placing a new emphasis on fun-running please feel free to take on this challenge and be encouraged to increase your donation!

I am fortunate to have had a happy, wonderful and golden childhood. Since having my own family I appreciate more its meaning and value which is why The Relationships Centre is my chosen charity.

They deliver a wide range of services within the Warrington community, from providing assistance to those affected by domestic abuse, to supporting young runaways and their families. Due to the increase in demand for their services, they are looking to relocate to a bigger premises where more help can be given and a greater number of resources can be provided.

My employer, Barclaycard, have also kindly agreed to match the amount I raise - bring on the pain!

	Go for it!! Donation by Rich Whiting 05/10/09	£3.90 + £1.10 Gift Aid
	Well it's here! Will be with you all the way-in spirit mind! Good luck you're a star. With love Ann and Alan xxx Donation by james alan card 04/10/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	Victor Ludorum-we believe Donation by Mum and Dad 03/10/09	£155.00 + £43.72 Gift Aid
	Good Luck Tomorrow Donation by Reggi Lee Hennessey 03/10/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	Good on you Mark. I'll give you a cheer as you cross the line - on your feet not the bus! Donation by Eileen Bright 02/10/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	Good luck Mark, hope it goes well. Donation by Panna Malik 02/10/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	Good Luck Big Man!!!! Donation by ASSIF BANARAS 02/10/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Good luck bud, you could perhaps do an additional "side sponsor" and do the run in a City shirt.....? Donation by Christopher Peacock 02/10/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Good Luck Mark Donation by Katie Alcock 02/10/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	Good luck mate - I'm expecting it done under 2hrs!! Donation by Mark Filby 02/10/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	Donation by Neil Howard 02/10/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Ooooo! I can see that finish line now! Never take your eyes off the prize Bro'. Well proud-Deb and Chris x Donation by Deborah Dillon 02/10/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	Good Luck Mark...please try not to expire during your efforts, breathe, pant , wheeze and gasp...you big athlete Donation by neal marathe 02/10/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	.....is that the sound of a marathon calling? Good luck fella!!! Donation by Simon Card 25/09/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	Good luck Mark! Donation by Helen Hodgkinson 25/09/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	Good luck - hope the weather stays fine Donation by Sarah Bunting 25/09/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	Best Of Luck mate!!!!! Remember every step you take brings you closer to the frosty cool pint at the end!!!! Donation by James Lee 25/09/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Hey Mark, Go For It. I have no doubt you will do fantastic! Happy to donate and support this worthwhile charity. Donation by Sarah Guile Nee Sarah Cartledge 24/09/09	£10.00
	Beat that bus!!!!!!! Go go go Daddy!!! Donation by Sarah Dillon 23/09/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

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* Total raised online:	£503.90
Offline donations:	£0.00
Gift Aid plus supplement:	£139.31

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