Raised: 83%
Target: £2,250.00
Raised so far: £1,860.00
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My story

 

Hello and thanks for visiting my fundraising page!

On the 14th - 23rd November 2009 I will be embarking on a trek across the Sahara Desert to raise money for charity. The experience is going to be extraordinary and unforgettable, as well as being a tough test of physical and mental stamina.

The charity that I am raising money for is Help for Heroes. It was formed in 2007 to help the wounded in the current conflict in Afghanistan. It benefits all three services and is run by a largely volenteer workforce. The charity supports both capital projects and grants to specialist organisations to directly support the wounded.

Having completed a tour of Iraq and soon to be deployed to Afghanistan, I have had first hand experience of the situation and know only too well the trauma of conflict. The seriously injured have to face the rest of their lives with their disabilities; so will their families, it is important that they are not forgotten..  It is for that reason that I'm raising money for this just cause...

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Help for Heroes 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 show your support for the great work and courage these servicemen have demonstrated in doing their duty by sponsoring me for this gruelling challenge.

Many Thanks,

Rob

Good Luck Rob, such a good cause! You're gonna make Manda and Junior very proud I'm sure!!! xx Donation by Sarah Duffy 08/11/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck! x Donation by Amanda Gadenne 07/11/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

VSCC Ltd are proud to support you in such a worth while cause. We wish you every success in completing the Trek - remember it is mind over matter. Donation by David Verdon-Smith 05/11/09  

£250.00

Good luck with the trek! Donation by Victoria Price 05/11/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Great Cause, Good Luck Rob!!! xx Donation by Laura Brennan 26/10/09  

£10.00

Way to go Robert! Good luck and well done for doing this for such a fantastic cause. Lots of love The Watsons xXx Donation by Irene Watson 17/10/09  

£40.00 + £11.28 Gift Aid

Good Luck Rob!! Donation by Emma Cottington 08/10/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Good Luck Rob! xx Donation by Sarah O'Donnell 06/10/09  

Great what your doing! Manda must be mega proud! GOOD LUCK! Donation by Jenifer Boylan 05/10/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Donation by Heather Kitts 01/10/09  

£5.00

Good luck Robert this is such a worth while cause all the family are very proud of you, more people should get up and have a go like yourself. Donation by anne guilfoyle 25/09/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Good luck Rob!!! Donation by Rebecca Davies 24/09/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Best wishes for a great cause Donation by Martin Tarbuck 24/09/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good Luck with the challenge such a good charity x Donation by Debbie Clarke 23/09/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good Luck!! Donation by Sarah Crawford 23/09/09  

£10.00

Great cause, good luck Rob! Donation by Luke Hunt 18/09/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good Luck Rob! Donation by Emma Law 28/08/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

All the best for this challenge, this is a very worhwile cause. Donation by David Everest 31/07/09  

£35.00 + £9.87 Gift Aid

Worthy cause...good luck and keep up the good work ( Tony & Nicky, friends of Laura ) Donation by Tony Maude 28/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Go Shermanator Go Donation by Graham Bragg 17/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Amazing idea for an amazing organisation. Good luck with it Robert, i'll get more money for you from my friends and family Donation by David Hickey 16/07/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Robert, we are all very, very proud of you and all the guys and for everything you do. A very special Son - Love you loads, Dad xxxxxx Donation by Stephen Smith 03/07/09  

£125.00 + £35.26 Gift Aid

Hi Roberta, I think there was an imposter donating on behalf of me.. have fun, don't get distracted building sandcastles etc good luck x Donation by Laura Campbell 24/06/09  

£80.00 + £22.56 Gift Aid

Good luck Robert. Donation by Andy Mills 24/06/09  

£70.00 + £19.74 Gift Aid

Be careful of the sand between your toes Robert, I here it's very nasty..... and take some sun tan lotion, I wouldn't want you to burn! XX Donation by Laura Campbell 24/06/09  

£3.00 + £0.85 Gift Aid

Representing W.Bowers of Hampsthwaite & Harrogate we are so proud of you all. Donation by Chris Sunley known as easygoingeezer a Dibber 26/05/09  

£100.00

Wishing you all the best. K x Donation by Kristina xxx 20/05/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good luck Robert. Experience of a lifetime and raising money at the same time! [Dibber] Donation by Claire Stewart (Celica 190) 20/05/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck-grateful for the efforts of all our Forces and those who support them. Donation by Kirsten Jeans 19/05/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck Donation by Mike and Cyndi 19/05/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
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* Total raised online: £1,263.00
  Offline donations: £597.00
  Gift Aid plus supplement: £249.05

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