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?

	Good Luck Pete! Donation by Yasmin 16/04/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	I expect £15 returned to me as a kik back! Good luck ya Hobbit! J Donation by Jon '2nice' Constntine 16/04/09	£20.00
	Good luck, some how I think your gonna need it,fancy going for a curry & beer the night before Donation by Paul Slater 16/04/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	You have put me to shame! when it gets really hard try thinking about all of us on the sofa watching you. x x i will be thinking of you. Donation by Annie x x 16/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Well Peter - I know you'll finish in great style. Good luck honey. Love n stuff xxx Donation by Jackie Peech-Corssen 16/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	well done mate Donation by kris Manning 16/04/09	£10.00
	Pete, good luck. You better do it or else ! Donation by Sue Alford 15/04/09	£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid
	ANIMAL FARM POSSE SAYS GOOD LUCK MATE ......WE WILL WAIT BY THE BAR Donation by steve whiting (kinglouie) 15/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Run! Run! Run!, will look out for you grinning on TV! Donation by Nats (was nat weller, now Bisiker) 15/04/09	£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid
	You've shamed me into it Mizzi. Where is that pint you owe me ? I know you can't have one beforehand, but afterwards .......? Donation by Ken McLeod 14/04/09	£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid
	run peter run Donation by David Brennan 07/04/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Good luck Mizz i never ever thought this would happen, good on yer, up the hammers!! Donation by Steve O'Loughlin 06/04/09	£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid
	Good luck mate, I'll be thinking of you x x x Donation by Kate 06/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Would have done more but mat pay is shite!! Good Luck PT x Donation by MG 04/04/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	I'm so proud of you babes - will be in Japan for the marathon but will be thinking of you x x Donation by Lasty 04/04/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	All the best mate, hope it goes well on the day Donation by Iron Constitution 03/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	thats a long run to the pub good luck. ;) Donation by vodkalord 02/04/09	£14.00 + £3.95 Gift Aid
	that's some hardcore fundraising, mate. be proud of yourself. Donation by btajim - mcfc 01/04/09	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	Good luck mate Donation by John Copeman 31/03/09	£20.00
	keep up the good work pete,run forest run... Donation by mog 31/03/09	£10.00
	Good luck Pete Donation by Masons Accountants 30/03/09	£50.00
	good luck, hope it goes well. Donation by ducks 28/03/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Good luck !! Will be there to cheer you on the day ... :-) xx Donation by looloo (aka big sis) 27/03/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	Go Mizzi!! Donation by Stacey Davis 27/03/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	COYI Donation by Whammo 26/03/09	£15.00
	I want £50.00 of blood sweat and tears , i know you can do it Donation by Julia Sockett 26/03/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	Good Luck Pete, see you in the Pub by the Cutty Sark for a pint of Vodka....don't wear the West Ham top!!! Donation by Knox Family 26/03/09	£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid
	Go Pete come on you Irons Donation by Dave Hesbrook 24/03/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Good luck Pete, go for it Donation by dave pearce 24/03/09	£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid
	Good Luck. Donation by Nadine 24/03/09	£5.00 + £1.41 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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