Matthew Quaife is fundraising for The Bridge Academy, Hackney

Matthew Quaife's Fundraising Page

Flora London Marathon 2009

on 26/04/2009

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Matthew Quaife

Raising money for

The Bridge Academy, Hackney

Charity Registration No. 1107407

The Bridge Academy, Hackney, is a mixed, non-denominational school for 11-18 year olds. It welcomed its first intake of 187 students in September 2007 and by 2013 it will cater for 1,150 students, including a sixth form for 250 students. UBS is the leading city financial firm which has helped to support and establish the school which specialises in Music and Mathematics. Hackney is one of the most deprived areas in the UK - unemployment is at 16% which is double the London average and 3 times the UK average. 82% of the population live in social housing and 47% of all residential lettings are in receipt of Housing Benefit. Approximately 50% of pupils in Hackney are eligible for free school meals (an indicator of poverty on the deprivation index) compared to a national average of about 20%. Despite its proximity to the City, 30% of school leavers never get a job. Through the Bridge Academy partnership UBS seeks not only to develop a lifelong enthusiasm for learning among students, but also to support regeneration in the area. For more information please visit http://www.bridgeacademy.hackney.sch.uk/.

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Matthew Quaife

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Raised: 39%

Target: £2,000.00
Raised so far: £789.22

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My story

Hello and thank you for visiting my fundraising page!

I am running this year’s London Marathon in aid of The Bridge Academy, Hackney. This a fantastic cause - please read all about it on the left of the screen.

This marathon will be a very special achievement for me...

...in October 2008 I had an operation on the posterior cruciate ligament in my left knee. The operation involved the insertion of an artificial ligament and a few screws were put through my bones. You can watch the operation here:

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=4kozojf84M8

I started walking in late November and managed to cycle and run short distances during December. I have a good history of running and not having run since July, I am looking forward to this challenge. I am determined to run a good time and have already started training hard.

Please sponsor me now by clicking the link above. Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: The Bridge Academy, Hackney gets your money faster and, if you’re a taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.Or if you would prefer to pledge a donation, please email me at matthew.quaife@ubs.com . If you do make contact, I will keep you informed of my training.

And don't forget if you are a UBS employee to complete your Matched Giving form. UBS will match, pound for pound, your donation to The Bridge Academy. Everyone's a winner!

Many thanks,

Matthew

	Enjoy?? Donation by Richard Patterson 25/04/09	£26.00 + £7.33 Gift Aid
	Good luck - and wave as you go past MLP Donation by Phil Haberman 24/04/09	£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid
	GOOD LUCK! Abby, Si and Tate xx Donation by Abby 24/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Break a leg old boy. seriously though, good on ya Donation by Benny J 22/04/09	£10.00
	Good luck!!!! Donation by Caitlin 21/04/09	£5.00
	Good luck! Donation by Shawn 15/04/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Go Matty!! I know you can do it! Donation by Theresa 13/04/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Remember to count how many times you say "how did i get myself into this?!" beijos Donation by Joana 06/04/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	every little helps... Donation by Ruaraidh Plummer 06/04/09	£2.00 + £0.56 Gift Aid
	I will be very impressed if you make it under 3:30. Good luck! Donation by August Benz 30/03/09	£20.00
	Best of luck! Donation by Amy Daw 28/03/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	You must be mad - Good luck!! Donation by Alison Charles 27/03/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	Run Matty Run!!!! Donation by Sam Painter 27/03/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Go Matt! Donation by Erik B 27/03/09	£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid
	In the words of the great scribe, this is the greatest comeback since Lazarus! Donation by Andrew Clifton 27/03/09	£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid
	good luck Donation by Ed P 27/03/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Good luck! Donation by Claire Evans 27/03/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Hope that knee holds out! Good luck!!!! Donation by Ruth 27/03/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	1:25 half marathon = 2:50 full marathon, any slower I want my money back! Good luck Donation by Boobyer 26/03/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	pound for every mile! you will really earn the last £6.22! enjoy! Donation by Stew 25/03/09	£26.22 + £7.40 Gift Aid
	Go for it, Matt! Donation by Katie 23/03/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	YES. You can run a Marathon! x Donation by c.Li 17/03/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Good Luck Donation by Charlie Roome 12/03/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	good luck! Donation by bex martin 26/01/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	The best of luck, Matt! You'll do it! Donation by Wendy and John 25/01/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Go Matt go!!! Donation by The Meeds 24/01/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Good luck Matt - hope all goes well Donation by Sarah and Nick Pritchett 23/01/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Best of luck on the day Donation by Lesley and Chris Bentley 22/01/09	£20.00
	Do we get a refund if you don't make it?! (just kidding) PS - don't get too competitive and copy Paula; use a public convenience facility.... :-) Donation by Mike & Becky 22/01/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	What an achievement Matt! Donation by Martin 22/01/09	£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

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* Total raised online:	£589.22
Offline donations:	£200.00
Gift Aid plus supplement:	£150.68

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