My story

Hi - Thanks for visiting my fundraising page. My mother, Leigh Maxin died from a rare neurological condition called Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) in January of this year. It is a dreadful condition for which there is no known cause or cure. It involves the loss of neurons in the brain that allow for eye movement, balance, speech and swallowing. It is a progressive condition that ultimately leads to the patient being unable to swallow, speak; have severe tunnel vision and be unable to mobilize themselves.

The PSP Association is the only national organisation in the UK dedicated to the support of people with this condition and those who care for them. They fund research and support patients, families and carers. I promised my mum that I would do whatever I could to support people with the condition.

At 4pm on 4th July I completed my cycle from London to Paris, a goal I've had to raise awareness and money for this condition. Each day had a story. On day 1 we got lost 11 miles north of Dover and only just made the ferry; day 2 we encountered temperatures of over 39C; day three I went over the handlebars after a confrontation with a rottweiler in a northern French village; day 4 was so special as we rode around the Arc de Triomphe, down the Champs Elysses to the Eiffel Tower applauded in by thousands of Parisens who lined the streets. 

I am hugely grateful for each and every donation - I've been training pretty methodically over the last few months and feel very up for the challenge. Given that I was "puffed" cycling 6 miles at the end of January.

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: The PSP Association 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.

So please sponsor me now!

Thank you so much,

Paul

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The PSP Association

The PSP Association

Charity Registration No. England and Wales 1037087 / Scotland SC041199

The PSP Association is the only UK charity dedicated to providing support for those living with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy and Cortico Basal Degeneration. We provide help and support for those affected by PSP and CBD whilst funding research into the causes, treatment and eventually a cure for this disease.

Donations 86

Good luck Paul. It will make a difference... Ed

Donation by Ed Hurst on 04/03/09

£30.00

+ £8.46 Gift Aid

Best of luck, Paul.

Donation by Howard C and Family on 04/03/09

£100.00

+ £28.21 Gift Aid

Paul good luck.

Donation by Dicky Golden on 04/03/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck Paul

Donation by Paul Harrison on 04/03/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck, as everyone has said wonderful thing to do

Donation by Simon Goldie on 03/03/09

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

good work Paul

Donation by The Kodeshs on 03/03/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

Well done Paul. How fitting, to raise money to help other sufferers. We wish you every luck

Donation by Joe & Tracey McShane on 03/03/09

£100.00

+ £28.21 Gift Aid

Good luck - what a great thing to do!

Donation by Nicky Clement on 03/03/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck hope your training goes well

Donation by Chris M on 03/03/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

A marvellous tribute, Paul, good luck

Donation by Andy Muir on 03/03/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

Bonne chance, get trainning now!

Donation by Steph on 03/03/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

We'll be watching the shipping forecasts... Good luck and good on you.

Donation by Mark & Vanessa Gibbons on 03/03/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

Wishing you all the best for a good cause, don't forget there is the North Sea inbetween the two points x

Donation by Jaz & Melissa on 03/03/09

£25.00

+ £7.05 Gift Aid

Good luck Paul

Donation by Elaine Toal on 03/03/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck

Donation by Andy Waller on 03/03/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck Paul, and may your mother rest in peace!

Donation by Ken Manke on 03/03/09

£40.00

Good luck - hope you get good weather and a good run!

Donation by Sarah Busby on 03/03/09

£25.00

Good luck: look forward to your photo by the Eiffel Tower.

Donation by Mike Jennings on 02/03/09

£15.00

+ £4.23 Gift Aid

A wonderful thing to do for your mum & fellow sufferers. Good luck!

Donation by Steve Jones on 02/03/09

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

best of luck

Donation by Bob Costa on 02/03/09

£25.00

+ £7.05 Gift Aid

Good luck to you.

Donation by Arun Kumar Krishnamurthy on 02/03/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

All the best Paul

Donation by Nana Asante on 02/03/09

£10.00

Good Luck!

Donation by Carr's on 02/03/09

£30.00

+ £8.46 Gift Aid

Thinking of you Paul. Good Luck!

Donation by Maninder on 02/03/09

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

Good luck. Send me a postcard when you get there!

Donation by Paul and Ali on 02/03/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

Donation summary

  • * Online donations£2,605.50
  • Offline donations£800.00
  • Text donations£0.00
  • Total raised£3,405.50
  • Gift Aid£629.82

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