Peter Mizzi is fundraising for Spinal Research

Peter Mizzi's Fundraising Page

Flora London Marathon 2009

on 26/04/2009

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Raising money for

Spinal Research

Charity Registration No. 281325

Spinal Research is a pioneering charity. Its aim is to find ways to repair spinal cord injury and reverse the paralysis that results from it. Based in the UK and recognised as a leader in its field, Spinal Research funds groundbreaking projects at scientific and medical institutions around the world. The next landmark is the launch of clinical trials with paralysed volunteers. These trials will test innovative treatments that could repair damage in the human spinal cord, and so restore sensation and movement.

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Peter Mizzi

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Raised: 102%

Target: £3,300.00
Raised so far: £3,367.00

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My story

22nd April

OMG I AM RUNNING IN A MARATHON TOMORROW, NEVER THOUGHT I BE SAYING THAT

6th April

I am not sure if I dreaming or in shock but I did 19 miles yesterday, yes me Peter Mizzi trotted 19 miles yesterday how mad does that sound, it is making me have a laugh. To be honest I have been working really hard to get this far, staying in on too many nights so I can do the run the next day. That was the last of the long runs before the big day J I am starting to taper down now, I even have the terminology. Not sure how I am going to do the last 7 miles, thinking I might have to crawl because I had nothing left in the tank yesterday.

What is making my-self imposed torture more than worthwhile is the wonderful support I have been getting in sponsorship from everyone for SPINAL RESEARCH which is a fantastic charity close to my heart

SO IF YOU CAN HELP TO RAISE EVEN MORE IT IS VERY MUCH APPRECIATED. THANK YOU everyone.

An aching Pete

28th March 2009

Over the last few months I have been pounding the streets and working hard I am trying to do an 18 mile run tomorrow that would be 36 this week. Just want to say a massive thank you to everyone who has supported me and Spinal Research I think it’s fantastic, as it is for such a worthwhile cause and the Spinal charities don't get as much "airtime" as others, would love to raise as much as possible with all your help, a massive thank you. Pete

HELP HELP HELP HELP HELP HELP HELP HELP HELP HELP (ok I think you get the idea) . Ok most of you who know me think I am mad, but I am now in agreement. I am doing (sorry attempting) the 2009 LONDON MARATHON!!!To join in my suffering have a look at :

Pete Mizzi's attempt to survive the MARATHON

Until now the furthest I have run has been 10K, whilst chasing a Budweiser truck on a hot summers day, not only did I not catch the truck, I think I had a heart attack and could not leave my sofa for ten days after!!!!

I have a friend in a wheel chair after a tragic bike accident and after seeing him at Stoke Mandeville I have seen firsthand how lives are altered by spinal injuries. That is why I will be raising money for SPINAL RESEARCH, these people do fantastic life changing work for people who have and will suffer spinal injuries for more info look at WWW.spinal-research.org .

Whilst each accident has overwhelming consequences for the individual, the total number affected is not large enough for government funding IN OTHER WORDS THEY NEED OUR HELP TO CONTINUE THEIR WORK. Their ultimate aim is to find the best method of reversing paralysis so it is no longer a permanet effect of spinal cord injury.

I must admit at the moment I am 100% crapping (sorry) myself at the thought of this, but at least with your help spinal research will benefit, (and who knows I might survive) If you can, come and see me suffer on the day!!!

This without doubt is going to be my biggest challenge in my life and I am being told I need to give up the booze and chocloates as well!!!!!!! HELP!!!!!!!

Thanks for visiting my fundraising page.

Pete

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Spinal Research 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!!! IT REALLY IS APPRECAITED

IF ANYONE HAS ANY IDEAS HOW I CAN INCREASE THE SPONSORSHIP MONIES PLEASE LET ME KNOW, ANYONE WORTH CONTACTING?

	As you didn't die I suppose I'd better make another contribution - well done mate Donation by Paul McCarthy 30/05/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	well done mate Donation by malcolm 04/05/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	Excellent work mate ! Very proud of you. Donation by Geoff djwanker Peters 30/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	And I struggled with 5K hahaha - well done you!!! Donation by Vicky Devine 28/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	well done Pete - am very proud Donation by Nats 27/04/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	Assuming you finished it of course! Donation by KevDev 26/04/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Very good, sure you will make & have a superb SMILE when you finish. Cheers. Donation by Dave Just Smile 26/04/09	£6.00
	all the best m8! Donation by adam jaks skeg 26/04/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	Dig deep and you will get there! Best of Luck! Donation by Sally Kelvie 25/04/09	£10.00
	Good Luck! Donation by Linda Phelps 24/04/09	£5.00
	Good luck!! Donation by Phil Tickle 24/04/09	£5.00
	Think of all the beer you can drink at the finnish line xx Donation by Vick Manton 24/04/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	All the best for tomorrow mate, sure you'll do us all proud! Go Pete! Donation by Carlos Fandango 24/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Good luck Pete, it's a great cause.You've reached your target and we will all be cheering for you on Saturday. Donation by Nigel & All at Radiotek 24/04/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	Good luck Peter, you can do it! Donation by Maureen 23/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Good luck Pete.....you will do it!! Donation by Karen Cree 22/04/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	Pete remember how you will feel when you finish mate! All the best and well done for doing this for a great research effort! Come on the "Irons" Donation by Macca 22/04/09	£50.00
	Good luck mate. Donation by Mel 21/04/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	Glad to help bud and help you reach your target. Well done, and now run forest, run..... Donation by Ammar Mirza 21/04/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	you,re pure dead brilliant man. A wee swig of Irn Bru and a haggis supper will do the trick.......Good luck ma wee pal xx Donation by Caroline 21/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Run Pete run... Proud of you mate. (for not drinking alcohol!) oh yeah and running those few miles :) Donation by Elizabeth 20/04/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Good luck Pete, such a worthy cause x Donation by Michelle Sharman 20/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Well done I'll look out for you on the box. Well done and best of luck Donation by David Snell 17/04/09	£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid
	GO PETE GO! Remember - pain is just weakness leaving the body! Good luck my darling!!!!!! Donation by Angela Freeman 17/04/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	Oh my god! Well done you. I will actually be at Canary Wharf cheering you on!!! Donation by Zena 17/04/09	£26.00 + £7.33 Gift Aid
	Good luck Pete...will look out for you on the telly :-) Donation by Dani Simmonett 17/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	I appreciate the effort - total admiration well done. Donation by Nigel 17/04/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	good luck Donation by garry blackburn 16/04/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	Good Luck Peter, all that hard training will be worth it x Donation by Lesley Farmer 16/04/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	make sure you finish Mitz Donation by Anette 16/04/09	£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

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* Total raised online:	£2,737.00
Offline donations:	£630.00
Gift Aid plus supplement:	£586.95

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