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Update - 24/09/09

Thanks to everyones huge generosity and the imaginative fundraising events held by friends and family we have reached and smashed our initial £15,000 target a lot quicker than any of us could have ever hoped.  As you can see from the photograph, Martin now has his golden leaf on the Christie Tree of Hope.   We will continue raising money for Martins fund and the Christie in the future and will allocate raised funds toward the employment of complimentary therapists and the accomodation for patient families. 

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Martin passed away in November of last year, just 2 weeks after being diagnosed with leukaemia.  All money raised for Martin's charity will be going to The Young Oncology Unit (Y.O.U.) at The Christie where Martin was well looked after.  We also have a Tribute Fund set up for the Y.O.U and all money raised will be included in this.  If we can raise £15,000 Martin’s name will feature on a golden leaf on The Christie's Tree of Hope, which acts as a plaque in memory of Martin - something Martin's family is keen to achieve.  With your help we are also hoping to be able to fund a Complimentary Therapist on the Y.O.U. for a whole year.  During Martin's short time in hospital, he had his first massage from a Complimentary Therapist, which he thoroughly enjoyed. 

Anybody can contribute to this fund by being involved in a sponsored event by choosing Christies as their chosen charity and then let one of Martin's family contact the Y.O.U. to ensure the money is included in Martin's Tribute Fund.  Any friends that are doing private fundraising can either donate directly to this page or have a link added to the bottom of this page to their Justgiving Page.

By donating this way, it is also possible to claim gift aid on anything donated.  For this to work, you need to count the money collected, bank it into your personal account, then donate in the usual way on this site from your personal account.  We have checked with the head of fundraising at Christie's and this is perfectly legal.

Thank you for visiting Martin's fundraising page and thank you for everyone who has contributed to Martin's Tribute Fund.
Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor Martin's charity: Christie's gets your money faster and, if you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.

Thank you for your support.

  

DONATIONS TO DATE:

- Funeral Collection - £4,125

- Barclays Charity Matching Scheme - Elise Nott - £750

- HSBC Charitable Fund - Sharon Marshall -  £250

- Clyde to Aberdeen Offshore Rowing Event - Paul Cooksey - £1062.50

  

The Martin and Jake Charity Event

Total raised for Martin and Jake = £17,918.51 

 

Martin's half = £8,959.26 which includes JustGiving figures already on page and the rowing sponsorship and HSBC cheque listed above.

 

Total to be added to this page =  £6986.76

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2009 FUNDRAISING EVENTS:

TINBO United - www.justgiving.com/chrispears1 - £872.12 

3 Esturies in 1 Tide - Andrew Mckeever - www.justgiving.com/andrewmckeever1 - £540

Lakes "3 Lake" Challenge - Sarah Crawshaw - www.justgiving.com/sarahcrawshaw1 - £1155

The English Channel - Rebecca Lewis - www.justgiving.com/rebeccalewis8 - £790 

Scally Rally - Mattie Pears -  www.justgiving.com/mattiepears - £500 

9 Mile Walk In The Langdales - Elise Nott - www.smartgive.com/showpage.php?url=martinpearschristies - £35 

The Christie Walk Of Hope - William Morrow - www.justgiving.com/Lisa-Morrow - £230 

Night Of Neon 10K Walk - Jo Gallagher, Claire Lynagh & Katie Richards - www.justgiving.com/NightofNeonMartinPears - £659 

Sponsored Bike Ride - Cumberland Bank - £331.32

Collections - £335

Private Offline Donation - P Atkinson £50, P & M Farren £20, Chetwynde School Open Day "Rocket Shot" £1,057.50, Chetwynde K2B £650, Glaxo cheque £1000  =  £2,777.50

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Great North Runners 2009

Beccah Hatton, Chris Pears, Jack Ford, Mark McKeever, Mike Harriott, Sarah Dalton, Will Wycks.

Total Raised = £2889

 

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Thank you to all those who have already started donating.  Friends please leave a comment so we can tell how you knew Martin and how the money was raised.

page updated 29/01/2010.

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The Christie Charity raises funds to help provide additional services and undertake vital research for our cancer patients. As one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating more than 40,000 patients a year every penny really does count.

Donations 84

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More Cheers

Donation by More Bargain Boozers on 23/01/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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BEDDALL'S NEWSAGENT

Donation by paul beddall on 21/01/10

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

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Cheers, Tinbo!

Donation by Bargain Boozers on 16/01/10

£25.00

+ £7.05 Gift Aid

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Much missed employee

Donation by Chequers on 06/01/10

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

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Dalton Castle Christmas Tree

Donation by Guitar Hero on 06/01/10

£76.34

+ £21.53 Gift Aid

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Thanks to Rob McKeever, Barrow DJs and The Nines for hosting the Motown and Northern Soul Evening "It's for 'Tin"- immensely enjoyable and successful.

Donation by Grateful Attendees on 29/12/09

£1,134.00

+ £319.85 Gift Aid

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From Becka with love xx

Donation by Eleanor Pears on 29/12/09

£27.00

+ £7.62 Gift Aid

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For a special person on Christmas Eve

Donation by Louise and Family x x on 24/12/09

£100.00

+ £28.21 Gift Aid

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In lieu of Christmas cards - Happy Christmas one and all!!

Donation by Centric on 24/12/09

£25.00

+ £7.05 Gift Aid

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Merry Christmas Everyone. We are donating this money instead of buying Christmas cards for our friends & family. x x

Donation by Brian & Fiona Pears on 23/12/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

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Almost at next target. Thanks to one and all!

Donation by Murrays/Duttons/Bargain Booze on 20/12/09

£160.00

+ £45.13 Gift Aid

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Including a cheque, money raised at My Christening topped £300!!

Donation by Baby Thomas Park on 19/12/09

£280.93

+ £79.24 Gift Aid

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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

Donation by Dowdales on 19/12/09

£30.00

+ £8.46 Gift Aid

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Here is our donation in lieu of Christmas Cards for a special guys charity - keep shining - love and miss you x x x

Donation by Lisa, Carl & William Morrow on 19/12/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Donation by Carol and Phil on 19/12/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Instead of sending cards I have chose to donate the money instead. MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE :) x

Donation by Chris Pears on 17/12/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

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merry christmas & a happy new year

Donation by Dowdales on 15/12/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

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Happy Christmas (instead of sending cards)

Donation by Dowdales on 12/12/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

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Thanks for your support

Donation by Walney on 10/12/09

£75.00

+ £21.15 Gift Aid

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With fond memories,

Donation by Helen, Andrew and Oliver Tan on 28/11/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

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Wishing upon a *STAR*

Donation by X X on 24/11/09

£30.00

+ £8.46 Gift Aid

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Love from Declan & Lillia

Donation by Eleanor Pears on 22/11/09

£25.00

+ £7.05 Gift Aid

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With love from Family and Friends xx

Donation by F & F on 22/11/09

£115.00

+ £32.44 Gift Aid

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With love

Donation by Snowy on 22/11/09

£60.00

+ £16.92 Gift Aid

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My heartfelt wishes are sent to all Martin's Family particularly at this time.

Donation by Sue Wild on 08/11/09

£20.00

Donation summary

  • * Online donations£7,393.41
  • Offline donations£25,131.20
  • Text donations£0.00
  • Total raised£32,524.61
  • Gift Aid£1,927.84

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