Yet again we're planning on running through London dressed in full-body gorilla suits to raise funds for this critically endangered species. [UPDATE: unfortunately it's now almost certain we will NOT be able to make the 2009 Great Gorilla Run so but we are hoping to be back in 2010 so have extended this page until then.] You can see what we've achieved in previous years at www.japanesetranslations.co.uk/bujinkan/ozaru-run.htm or via www.justgiving.com/ozaru2008 (...2007, 2006 and so on): we've had a lot of fun and also raised over 5000 pounds ourselves, with over a million raised in total. Yet the ongoing crisis in Congo and other pressures mean much more is needed: for details (and some cute gorilla pics) visit www.gorillas.org.

Donating through this website is quick, easy, totally secure, and also the most efficient method of sponsoring us, as the Gorilla Organization gets your money faster. What's more, if you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation. Corporate sponsorship is most welcome (why not include a link to your website in the comment area?).

Quite honestly though, we'd like it even better if you did NOT sponsor us... but instead joined in! You can find out how to do this at www.greatgorillas.org (there are other events for those of you outside the UK too). And if you think marathons are old hat and you'd really prefer us to abseil off a 30-metre building (in gorilla suits, of course), let us know via the comment area...