Raised: 90%
Target: £1,500.00
Raised so far: £1,345.01
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My story

 

For those that don't already know, our beautiful little toddler Molly was admitted to hospital in January with what was suspected to be something as simple as infected chicken pox.  The reality was that Molly had contracted Invasive Group A Streptococcul infection which made it's way to her blood, 1 in 4 who contract this, die.  Molly spent a week in hospital on a course of very stong IV antibiotics and though it was a tough time for all the family,  thankfully Molly made a full and speedy recovery. 

The whole ordeal set me thinking that I could do something to raise money for people who have to go through what we did, and much worse.

I have decided to raise money for a charity called Group B Strep support, who help prevent Group B streptococcus infections in newborn babies.  It's similar to what Molly had but affects newborn babies.

Group B streptococcus (GBS) is the UK’s most common life-threatening infection in newborn babies. Without preventative medicine, GBS infects approximately 700 babies annually, 75 die and 40 survivors suffer long-term problems. Most GBS infections are preventable. Group B Strep Support inform pregnant women and health professionals how to prevent infection and save tiny lives.

To raise money for this worthy cause I have come up with a three stage challenge for myself.   

Part One: Great Manchester 10K Run on 17th May.  (DONE - 52min8secs)

Part Two: On May 31st I'll be taking on the Sundog Cheshire Sprint triathlon, 500m swim, 20K ride, 5k run.  (DONE - 1hr 23mins)

Part Three: Finally, I'll be taking on the famous Great North Run, a half marathon in Newcastle on September 20th.

Having never run more than 7 miles and not being a strong swimmer or cyclist, it's a bit of a change of lifestyle for me over the next few months.  I'm already in training and looking forward to it (kind of!)

Emma will be joining me on the Manchester 10K and the Great North, so if you know her and not me, sponsor too!

The great news is that my employers, KELLOGG'S, have generously agreed to match the first £500 raised. I will be updating the "amount raised offline" periodically to reflect this generous contribution.

I know money is tight at the moment and there are lots of fundraising events out there but please give generously to help save the lives of newborn babies.

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Group B Strep Support 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.

Thanks all

Mike/Sned

Well done Sned Donation by Jayne 21/09/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck/congratulations with the run! You may still be running/finished..... What next for the Sned challenge? Donation by Simon Stobbs 20/09/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

A very worthy cause, well done for raising so much money! Donation by Ruth Topham 18/09/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Donation by Colin Ridler 18/09/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Donation by Adam Tinsley 11/09/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

2 down, 1 to go!! Good luck. Donation by Bernie 02/09/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Donation by Gavin Bowyer 01/09/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Snedd, you are a martyr to the cause mate. I hope you do the last run faster than it has taken my fat ass to donate! Donation by The Morleys 25/08/09  

£25.01 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good work!! Donation by Aidan Ingham 18/06/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Well done lad. Donation by Dad 16/06/09  

£50.00

You could be the new Jimmy Saville ;-) Donation by The Smythes 12/06/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck mate - a really worthwhile cause Donation by Stace, Hurls & Sophia 08/06/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Have a great tri! Donation by Clare Robinson 30/05/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Good Luck. One down two to go. The end is in sight. Donation by Wilko 28/05/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Great cause mate. Good luck with the rest of the challenge Donation by Broomie 25/05/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Well done with the first part and good luck with the rest of it Donation by Ian 23/05/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Good Luck Donation by Stephen Duggan 22/05/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Could you also look into getting Gift Aid on the football subs? Good luck mate - I believe the Great North Run is an absolute pig! Donation by cozzer 22/05/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Money well spent for the first ever doggy paddle attempt in a triathlon. Donation by Rich 22/05/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Well done and a worthwhile cause! Donation by Grez 18/05/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Good luck, wear a good pair of socks!! Donation by Karen Roberts 18/05/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Well done Mike! Donation by Helen Page 17/05/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Are we doing a baking challenge in the office? I want PIIIIEEEEEES. Donation by Little Kebab 16/05/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

I love you more. I've always loved you more. You rock my world the most. See you in the boozer post-race on Sunday! Donation by Little Smull 15/05/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

I love you, I've always loved you. You rock my world. Donation by Smull 15/05/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

See you on Sunday. Good luck Donation by Jayne Rowley 14/05/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Great cause Mike...lot's of luck all the way from the USA!!! Donation by Rachael Hunter 13/05/09  

£15.00

Good luck slim jim! Donation by The Greenmount Sneds 13/05/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

A great cause - best of luck! Donation by Gemma Dixon 13/05/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Good luck fella! Donation by Dave Burke 13/05/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
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* Total raised online: £845.01
  Offline donations: £500.00
  Gift Aid plus supplement: £205.90

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