This is a picture of Olivia Legg, just before she had major brain surgery in December 2007. She was then 5 years old. Olivia has a brain tumour in her brain stem - about the most dangerous place to have one. She is on a two year course of chemotherapy at The Royal Marsden Hospital. Hearing the (extremely surprising) news about Olivia's brain tumour was devastating for us all. Although she will probably survive, her treatment has led to illness, weakness, hair loss, missed school, fevers and far too many days in hospital. However, Olivia is lucky compared to many - she was diagnosed early, the tumour is benign (slow growing) and she has amazing support. Hopefully, by late 2009, we will be able to declare her OK ....
Not everyone is so lucky. Many children in very similar situations suffer horribly, and a significant proportion die. The Royal Marsden is the UK's leading cancer research and treatment hospital. Your donation will support research, plus improved treatment facilities for thousands of people. When she was in hospital for brain surgery (she has had this twice) Olivia never felt sorry for herself - she was more worried about the other children. If she can be so positive, then so must us adults ....
Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to give on Olivia's behalf. The Royal Marsden Cancer Campaign 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.
Please sponsor Olivia now.
Heartfelt thanks for your support.
Ben & Judy Legg
Raised so far: £4,935.75
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thinking about you... our very best thoughts are with you Donation by karolina moriggi on 19/03/08 |
£50.00 |
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Missing u Livy. Peter sends hugs and kisses he'll never forget his first love. Get better so we can come see ya and have some fun. Donation by Francesca Laursen on 18/03/08 |
£25.00 |
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Donation by anonymous on 18/03/08 |
£50.00 |
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All the best from us in Poland Donation by Henrik Olsen on 11/03/08 |
£40.00 |
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thoughts are with you all sorry i cant give more Donation by sophie day on 09/03/08 |
£10.00 |
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Best wishes for a speedy recovery Donation by Ness's colleague Angela on 04/03/08 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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To Livy, with love and sloppy kisses from India xxx Wishing you every success xxx Donation by Ness, Jay and India on 26/02/08 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid |
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Good luck Olivia! Donation by West Kent Networking Organisation on 15/02/08 |
£275.00 + £77.56 Gift Aid |
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With Love Donation by Granny on 29/01/08 |
£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid |
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Olivia - this is to get your fund started. Love you XXX Donation by Mummy & Daddy on 28/01/08 |
£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid |
| * Total raised online: | £2,935.75 |
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| Offline donations: | £2,000.00 |
| Mobile donations: | £0.00 |
| Total Raised: | £4,935.75 |
| Gift Aid plus supplement: | £476.31 |
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