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Thanks for visiting my fundraising page.

Yes I really am going for it - I don't believe it either. If you'd like to give (and believe me I need the encouragement) please follow instructions below. As you may know I worked for USPG at the College of the Ascension, and really valued the experience; this is my chance to give a little back. We are raising money for St Francis Hospital, Zambia. If you would like to know more click on this link:

http://www.uspg.org.uk/article.php?article_id=367 or for details of the other runners click below: 

http://www.uspg.org.uk/article.php?article_id=496 

Its now March 21st and today I ran my futhest distance so far - 20 miles in 3 hrs 15mins. I still think 26 miles is a ridiculously long way - but maybe I could just walk the last bit

Seriously though I'm beginning to wonder how I could walk back from the finish line to the tube!!

April Fools Day, 24 Days to go..... and I have very mixed emotions now. The consensus of opinion says that to run a marathon one should run for 3hrs or 20+ miles three weeks or so from the event and then taper off the running allowing your body to heal and take on the carbs ready for the big day. Last Saturday I ran 22 in 3hrs 30min; I cannot tell you what a relief that is. All I have to do now is run the marathon!!!!!!!

St Francis Hospital, Katete , Zambia - Project 129

St Francis‘Hospital is the only source of Healthcare for a large rural population in Eastern Zambia.  USPG Mission Companion Shelagh Parkinson, Director of the Hospital started a HIV clinic offering Antiretroviral Therapy in 2002.  Now treatment is free, over 7500 patients have been enrolled in the programme with almost 4500 patients on ARV’s.  The clinic is now open 5 days a week with regular visits to 10 satellite clinics and by motorbike to remote clinics.  This is having an amazing impact on the lives of patients.  Many would have died if ARV’s were not available. ARV’s doing more than keep people alive - many patients are able to return to work and live a normal life. Support this life giving work.

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: USPG:Anglicans in World Mission 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.

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United Society, known as Us

United Society, known as Us

Charity Registration No. 234518

Us. (The new name for USPG). We are a church-based charity working alongside communities around the world. Since 1701, we have been sharing God’s love in practical ways and seeing lives transformed. Our vision is for every person and every community to share fullness of life (John 10:10).

Donations 25

Well done!!

Donation by Grange on 31/05/09

£20.00

Well done Stuart (From Lisa's friends from ARCS)

Donation by Pete, Sally & Nicola on 29/04/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

Completely forgot about donating until today when you will have (hopefully) completed your fantastic challenge. You are a hero!

Donation by Nils, Delith and Isabella on 26/04/09

£30.00

+ £8.46 Gift Aid

Go fot it! Hope all goes well!

Donation by The Yorks on 25/04/09

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

Lots of luck for Sunday, we can compare injuries after!

Donation by Sarah Strong on 24/04/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck!! Run, Fat Boy, Run!!!

Donation by Claire, Tony & Ben on 22/04/09

£40.00

+ £11.28 Gift Aid

Brilliant! It will be a great experience and achievement. Wishing you all the best!

Donation by Andrew and Angela on 22/04/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

We'll be cheering for you all the way!

Donation by Jon, Melanie, Elspeth and Ralph on 22/04/09

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

Go for it!! Enjoy!

Donation by Alan, Lydia Jacob and Esther on 21/04/09

£30.00

+ £8.46 Gift Aid

I hope you run better than you play snooker

Donation by Andy,Bev& kids on 21/04/09

£15.00

+ £4.23 Gift Aid

How far!! Take care of those knees!

Donation by Tony Judith Richard and Kathryn on 15/04/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

We are very impressed Sure you will do it!

Donation by Rowland and Ann on 15/04/09

£25.00

+ £7.05 Gift Aid

I've found the site!!!

Donation by Jean McCubbin on 13/04/09

£15.00

+ £4.23 Gift Aid

26 miles? Easy!!!

Donation by Reg & Ro on 08/04/09

£25.00

+ £7.05 Gift Aid

After my new hip, I can just about manage 1 mile. But 26? Now I know you're mad! But I know you'll do it. All the Best. Love & Prayers

Donation by Steph & Rob on 04/04/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Go get 'em big boy!!

Donation by Sharon Stone on 03/04/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck Stuart

Donation by SteveW, Jo, Pooh Pie, Woozle and Pookie on 01/04/09

£25.00

+ £7.05 Gift Aid

You're doing a great job. We'll see you for a pint when it's all over!

Donation by Ferg and Val on 01/04/09

£25.00

+ £7.05 Gift Aid

Get yourself a bike - it's a lot easier

Donation by Andrew & Heather on 30/03/09

£25.00

+ £7.05 Gift Aid

we will be cheering you on all the way to the finishing line run stu run!!!

Donation by sharon and family on 27/03/09

£10.00

Good Luck - see you at the finish!!

Donation by Martin & Jan on 19/03/09

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

Go for it!

Donation by Jocelyn Hickling on 16/03/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Just concentrate on the cool pint awaiting you on the other side! Well done!

Donation by Ian and Lara on 04/03/09

£25.00

+ £7.05 Gift Aid

Go on Stu, you can do it, rather you than me! And please, no horror nipple rash stories, I'll pay for that not to happen! Good luck!!!!

Donation by Victoria Goodwin on 04/03/09

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Run Daddy Run!!!

Donation by Lisa, Jessica & Harry on 04/03/09

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

Donation summary

  • * Online donations£590.00
  • Offline donations£725.00
  • Text donations£0.00
  • Total raised£1,315.00
  • Gift Aid£157.95

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