Paul Sykes

Paul Sykes's Fundraising Page

Fundraising for Edward's Trust
£1,770
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by 44 supporters
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Event: ING New York City Marathon 2009, on 1 November 2009
Edward's Trust

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RCN 1105370
We provide bereavement support to parents & children in the West Midlands

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Thanks for visiting my fundraising page.

As many of you will probably already know, I am running the New York Marathon on November 1st.

Given that the limits of my recent physical exertions have been through playing golf, I expect this to be quite a challenge, and needless to say, training has been tough!

I have decided to run for Edward's Trust, who are a Midlands-based UK charity providing support for families who have gone through bereavement. The charity was set up by Peter and Hilary Dent in 1988 when their 7 year old son Edward sadly died of Leukemia. I was in Edward's class at Knowle Infant School when he passed away, so the charity is very close to my heart. More information about the important services that the trust provides can be found at http://www.edwardstrust.org.uk/.

So far to raise some funds I organised a Football tournament on Sunday 23rd August in Knowle, which was a great success (although my team lost on the day!). I also have a gig scheduled at Knowle FC on September 19th (featuring local acts; 'One Eyed Jacks', 'Blue Nation' and my old band 'Chase') and a quiz night in London on October 17th. Details to follow, but give me a shout on 07974 220467 if you would like to enquire about these events...

 

I would be most grateful for any contributions to my cause, and thank you in advance for your support.

 

Paul

 

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About the charity

Edward's Trust

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RCN 1105370
Edward’s Trust offer a holistic approach to supporting people through bereavement and loss. We offer counselling, support groups, play therapy, wellbeing therapy and social events and also resources and training for those supporting people in their grief journey. www.edwardstrust.org.uk

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