Now this is one of the hardest parts in preparation of the trip, asking strangers and friends alike for sponsorship, and raising the target amount at least!
It can often be difficult to ask people to part with their hard earned cash, especially when it comes to personal attempts like this one, people can be unsure of the claim, or worried about giving on this site.
Let me assure you that I WILL cycle to Kenya!! That is the only attitude you can have on a trip like this. I am fully aware that this isn't some casual Jaunt on my bike. There will certianly be some amazing times and it is a fantastic opportunity for me, this isn't a totally selfless exercise. But there will be hard times too, we will be traveling on a very small budget, camping most of the way, living a simple life, crossing some hard parts of the world, and facing some very real challenges that only this type of travel can bring! Trust me I will be working hard for your donations!
As for this web site, it is a very secure and good way to donate. Non of the money goes through me or too me, and even if my bike gets eaten by a hungry Hippo or stolen by a cheeky Chimp, all of the money still goes to this worthy charity!
Link: http://www.hsk.org.uk/
From 1 to 100 pounds, every donation is greatly received and in this case every little really does help.
If non of this is enough to convince a few quid out of you.....you get sent a personalised thank you message after you donate! If that doesn't tempt you....just think of the Children!
Thank you
Mark Nash
Raised:
77%
Raised so far: £3,856.85
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This is one last donation from a friend of David Hardie's family, in memory of David. Donation by susanna braund on 05/07/09 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid |
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As promised, on pay day :) massive well done. Donation by Kate Warren on 25/06/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Well done to you and your fellow cyclists! Donation by Stephanie Christopher on 08/06/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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you started me on a journey to love and discover while u travel. i only wish i could give more... beyond proud of you. I am so glad to know you Donation by cammie burford on 02/06/09 |
£20.00 |
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Donation by Susie Schutt on 02/06/09 |
£15.00 |
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Still in awe of your achievement, lots of love and well done! Donation by Loveday on 02/06/09 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid |
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Well done Mark. You are amazing!! Donation by Fav auntie Val on 02/06/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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In memory of David Hardie. Well done you made the journey, Donation by Lois and Mark on 15/05/09 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid |
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Fantastic Donation by Mike and Mary on 14/05/09 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid |
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Amazing Mark!!! Well done. Donation by Michael Hurley on 21/04/09 |
£50.00 |
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Congrats for making it all the way! have been reading up on your blog - sounds you've had some amazing adventures, once again big congrats to you all! Donation by Bron on 29/03/09 |
£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid |
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kind donation from Sue Giblin Donation by Marijke on 28/03/09 |
£3.00 |
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Well done boy! x Donation by Vicky E on 21/03/09 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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In lieu of chocolats (well,it is lent).A BIG thank you to the Home Team, especially Sarah + Andy, for all THEIR hard work.We know you'll agree, Mark. Donation by Richard + Marijke on 17/03/09 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid |
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You've made it! Fantastic. Donation by Jose and Paul on 17/03/09 |
£100.00 |
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Three cheers for Mark Donation by Fred and Mary on 17/03/09 |
£60.00 |
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Congrat's on making it to Gilgil! You've been such a driving force for DRK and great team mate to Den. Thank you. Donation by Gordon Family on 16/03/09 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid |
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briliant...keep going guys....xxxxxxxxxx Donation by khartoum Nana on 16/03/09 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid |
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As promised, £5 per continent... Or £0.0025 per mile 8) Donation by The Other Dutch Mark on 16/03/09 |
£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid |
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Very well done!! Donation by Nini on 16/03/09 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Made It !! Well Done Donation by Simon on 15/03/09 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid |
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Well done on getting to Kenya!!! Donation by Gill & Colin on 13/03/09 |
£50.00 |
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Comic relief donation, straight to our chosen charity Donation by Richard+Marijke on 08/03/09 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid |
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Whoa! You're missing fry-up friday in the office.... Donation by Andy on 27/02/09 |
£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid |
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Brilliant! Donation by Cathy Carson on 03/02/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
| * Total raised online: | £3,806.85 |
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| Offline donations: | £50.00 |
| Mobile donations: | £0.00 |
| Total Raised: | £3,856.85 |
| Gift Aid plus supplement: | £826.09 |
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