Raised: 85%
Target: £10,000.00
Raised so far: £8,517.32
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In the aftermath of the OMM event being cancelled, Lake District mountain rescue teams swung into action and helped many people. I'm sure many of them, and general supporters of the OMM/KIMM whether they were there this year or not would like to show their generosity to the local Mountain Rescue Teams. Please give generously.

You can also help by joining Basecamp: http://www.mountain.rescue.org.uk/basecamp/

Richard Warren, who chairs the Lake District Search and Mountain Rescue Association said: “The LDSAMRA would like to publicly thank all the Original Mountain Marathon competitors past and present and supporters who have donated so generously through the justgiving.com website to demonstrate their support for the work of the voluntary mountain rescue teams in the Lake District, not only over the weekend of this year’s OMM event but also throughout the year.

“At the time of writing 188 competitors and supporters had donated £4,925 which, with Gift Aid added amounts to £6,250.

“There has been a lot of criticism related to this year’s OMM and it is good to be able to acknowledge an extremely positive outcome. The comments from the donors on the justgiving website are very much appreciated.”

Mr Warren said it would be good if the amount could be doubled to £12,000 – a thousand pounds for each of the teams – most of whom, he said, were out rescuing people at the weekend. He pointed out: “Many of those we rescued were not involved in the OMM.”

I think Richard's is a great suggestion - I've changed the target to £10000, which with gift aid would easily amount to 12k - so a thousands pounds for each of the 12 teams in the Lake District - that would be quite something!

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to donate: The Lake District Search and Mountain Rescue Association 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.

Your network of potential supporters is always bigger than you think Donation by Godfather 21/09/09  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Better late than never. Glad you are there for all us walkers, runners etc. Donation by Dave Murray 04/09/09  

Made donation in October 2008 - just thought I'd add a little bit more - looking forward to OMM 2009! Donation by Conan 02/08/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Donation by Matt Bridgestock 24/02/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Never needed you yet, but I am getting older....! Donation by Ron Milnes 26/01/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Great work guys! Donation by Neil Price 31/12/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Never needed you yet, but your dedication is appreciated. From a keen walker Donation by Martin D 30/11/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Supported the KIMM/OMM since 1987. Great event. Unable to run this year, but reported for Running Fitness Magazine. Read the OMM coverage - out 28/11 Donation by Ken Jones 27/11/08  

£150.00 + £42.31 Gift Aid

Didn't need you this time but it's always good to know you're there. Donation by Pete Cheung 25/11/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Nice work Donation by Gary Tompsett 19/11/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

As a keen mountain walker, and new to fell running, this is a very worthy cause. I hope I never need you help. You do a fantastic job. Thanks Donation by Louisa Crossley 17/11/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

My teammate broke her leg, am very grateful to MRT Keswick that I didn't have to carry her down! What would we have done without you??? Donation by Kate O'Sullivan 15/11/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Well Done Donation by Postman Pat 14/11/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

thanks Donation by saz 14/11/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

I fell in love with the girl MRT walking up from Rosthwaite with the stretcher Donation by Steve Robinson 12/11/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Thanks for all your hard work. Donation by Brandon Webb 12/11/08  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Not a runner, occassional hill walker. Omm supporter - good to know your there in case my boyfriend gets himself up to mischief. Donation by Rosemary Bedford (OMM supporter) 12/11/08  

£10.00

B Class Donation by Ben 12/11/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Donation by Steve R 11/11/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Nice one Donation by Anna 11/11/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Never needed you on a mountain marathon, fell run or hill walk, but your presence is reassuring. Donation by Gareth 11/11/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Thanks for doing it. You people rock (and ice). Donation by Steve R 11/11/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

As for the majority, didn't need MR but very glad that you are there. Thanks for your positive attitude to the OMM. Donation by Fjellstad & Robson 09/11/08  

£40.00

I wasn't in the OMM but as a Scout Leader I support all opportunities for personal challenge and as a keen hill-walker I thank Mountain Rescue. Donation by Peter Bonner 08/11/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Thanks for your ongoing efforts - you are greatly appreciated Donation by Simon & Kirsty Barnett 08/11/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Keep up the great work, thanks. Donation by Dave 08/11/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

The MR teams have a long tradition of service. Long may they continue. Donation by Gil Riley 08/11/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Keep up the good work. An excellent service. Donation by Graham Sandell 08/11/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

A small amount for a fantastic service Donation by Dave Hindley 07/11/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Your integrity shon through on the news coverage. Your sacrifice an dcommitment is testament to the Mountain spirit that we all cherish so dearly. Donation by mark 07/11/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
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* Total raised online: £8,517.32
  Offline donations: £0.00
  Gift Aid plus supplement: £2,319.11

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