Raised: 110%
Target: £2,000.00
Raised so far: £2,191.00
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My story

 

Hey, welcome to my fundraising page.

I am really excited to be running the London Marathon this year, as it's something I've wanted to do for as long as I can remember.

I have chosen to run for ASPIRE, an amazing charity that works for those affected by spinal cord injury...

A spinal cord injury can happen to anyone at any time: one minute you're fine and then something happens, either at home, on the road or on the sports field, and you're being told you'll never walk again.

There is no cure and no way to reverse the damage. And losing the ability to walk is just the tip of the iceberg: on top of the physical problems, the mental trauma that occurs can be severe, affecting every aspect of your life from famly to work to your basic independence.

ASPIRE believes in a realistic approach to spinal cord injuries. They are a practical, hands-on organisation that aims to create opportunity, choice and independence for people with spinal cord injuries all over the UK with an in-depth programme of rehabilitation, reintigration and research.

I also have a personal affiliation with ASPIRE through my younger brother, Aaron. If you've met him before there's a good chance you haven't forgotten about him, but if you haven't, allow me to fill you in...

Aaron was born with cerebral palsy, affecting his legs and making it difficult for him to walk. Over the past four years, he has discovered great success and purpose from playing wheelchair basketball. His team, Force, are based at ASPIRE's National Training Centre, where he trains between 5 and 7 times a week and plays competitively in a national league. He is also part of the Great Britain Under 23 squad and has represented his country in international tournaments. Aaron's ultimate ambition is to win a gold medal at a Paralympic Games.

ASPIRE has already played a huge part in Aaron's success and development, and it gives me great pride to support them with their work, in order to help so many people, including Aaron, achieve their goals.


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

Thanks

Rob

See you at 3bc brother! =D and good luck sir. Donation by Alec Rouben 09/05/09  

£45.00

to ease the pain - well done for finishing Donation by Paul Harris 27/04/09  

£25.00

Good luck. Donation by Simon Morrison 27/04/09  

£100.00

Good luck! Congrats on raising so much! Donation by Gemma 26/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Congratulations on reaching your target! Donation by Danielle Hart 26/04/09  

£26.00 + £7.33 Gift Aid

1p per mile and £49.74 for the last 385 yards Donation by Lisa, Leigh & Family 26/04/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

To take you to your target!!! Well Done!!! Great Cause Donation by The Sharpe's and Hills!!!! 24/04/09  

£44.50

good luck Donation by Peter Joseph 24/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck Rob. Donation by Stan 24/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good Luck Rob >>>>>will look out for you ! Donation by Debby and Mario 23/04/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

All the best Rob Donation by Warwick 22/04/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

best of luck! Donation by Szaszs 22/04/09  

£26.00 + £7.33 Gift Aid

Well done, what an amazing finishing time (in anticipation)!! x Donation by Wendy Fraser 21/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Make sure you stand out in the crowd so we can watch you on TV Donation by Ida Symons 21/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

I know you don't give up on things. You set your mind on running the marathon and I know you'll at least be on the starting line sunday... Donation by nina 21/04/09  

£25.00

Good Luck Mr Rob!!! :0) Donation by Tali 21/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

You can do it Rob! good luck! Donation by Joel 21/04/09  

£10.00

good luck! Donation by Pam & Gerry 20/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Go for it Rob, enjoy the sights along with way! Donation by Mandie Field 20/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Best wishes ...enjoy the day! Donation by Carole Peffers 20/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Wishing you all the luck in the world to fulfil a dream! Donation by Suzanne Musikant 18/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Fantastic challenge! Your an inspiration! Hope you've invested in a good pair of running shoes! What's your target time? Lots of love x Donation by Dishy 18/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck, see you at the finish! Donation by The Petrook girls 17/04/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Go for it Rob! Great cause. Donation by The Kayes 17/04/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Good luck Rob. Donation by Anthony and Julie 17/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck Rob! Donation by Gerry Z 16/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

But what are you going to do to make sure Aaron continues to be nice to you? Have a great day and let us know what you're wearing!! Donation by Mike & Helena 16/04/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Good Luck Rob! what a wonderful thing you are doing for a great cause! Donation by Trudy and Steve Sirkis 16/04/09  

£10.00

Good luck, great cause!. I'll be looking out for you.. Donation by Darren Cohen 15/04/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

good luck! Donation by ann & tom 14/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
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* Total raised online: £2,026.00
  Offline donations: £165.00
  Gift Aid plus supplement: £431.54

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