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Raised so far: £10,149.00
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My story

 

Thanks for visiting my fundraising page. Have a look at the great Photos of Ryan by clicking on Photos to the left.

My son Ryan, 4, was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2008 after suffering from epilepsy. He had major brain surgery in Jan 2009 to debulk the tumor, a lot of it unfortunately is inoperable as it has grown too deep and wrapped itself round nerves so Ryan began chemotherapy in Feb. It will last at least 18 months so we have a long stretch ahead. They hope the chemo will kill the tumor to stop it growing. He is so brave and amazing though, he never complains and takes it all in his stride. It is devastating to have this happen to your child, not something you expect and you are totally helpless.

My way of trying to do something is to raise money in his name. The Starlight foundation I have chosen have granted Ryan his wish.

WE HAVE JUST SPENT THE MOST AMAZING FEW DAYS AWAY WITH STARLIGHT IN LAPLAND.(december 2009) THERE WERE 12 OTHER FAMILIES WHO ALL DESERVE THE MOST FANTASTIC TIME AWAY. RYAN ENJOYED EVERY SECOND, TOBOGGANING, HUSKIE RIDES, REINDEER RIDES, MEETING FATHER CHRISTMAS! THIS BREAK HAS GIVEN US ALL SO MANY HAPPY MEMORIES AND WITH ALL HE IS STILL GOING THROUGH WAS A VERY WELCOME TREAT!!

This is my way of giving something back as way of our thanks. I have, for some reason, agreed to run the London Marathon 2010 for them and for Ryan. This will be such a massive challenge for me as I am not a runner but just thinking of Ryan and how brave he is should get me through (in fact when I started training in May I couldnt do a minute, as at July can do nearly 12 miles now!). Starlight rely solely on donations to grant sick children their wishes all over the country. For some children this may be their final dream.  

I know the Marathon is a long way off but  I thought if I could start to raise a few pounds here and there I have a better chance of being able to raise a great amount. ******************As you can see the target they have set me has already been achieved thanks to the kindness & generosity of everyone. Please dont think that my fundraising is done though, it would be great to smash the target. Think of how many other children could then have their dream come true.*********************

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Starlight Children's Foundation 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 and thankyou from the bottom of my heart.

 

PLEASE NOTE, ALL THE MONEY RAISED OFFLINE HAS BEEN RECEIVED BY STARLIGHT. THIS INCLUDES LARGE AMOUNTS RAISED FROM  A RACE NIGHT, COLLECTION TIN DONATIONS, A SPONSORED WALK BY LITTLE BLOSSOMS NURSERY GRIMSBY AND A SPONSORED ASSUALT COURSE BY THE CHILDREN OF LISLE MARSDEN PRESCHOOL. A LARGE DONATION HAS ALSO BEEN MADE FROM MEN WORKING AT NOVARTIS FOR LES & CAPES AND A LARGE DONATION FROM THE MEN OF VITAL RESOURCES AND EIWHS-SMITHS THANKYOU ALL OF YOU!!!!!!!!!!!

Love & Best Wishes to you all. Great pictures in Lapland. Take care xx Donation by Pauline Ford 16/12/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

With love to you all xxx Good luck with the marathon in April and hope you all have a lovely xmas xxx Donation by Debbie Crosby 16/12/09  

£40.00 + £11.28 Gift Aid

with love from Ollie & Oscar, Katie - Mae & Jack, Isabelle & Grace, Thomas & Jessica, Abi & Meg, Matthew & Laura x Donation by Barbara Blanchard 15/12/09  

£60.00 + £16.92 Gift Aid

Hope this helps! Ryan couldnt have a better Mum!xxxxxxxxxx Donation by julie christie 07/12/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck and we will keep checking on how you are getting on with the run.. Donation by Faye Abbott Ash and JJ 28/11/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good Luck with the fund raising Jessica Smith Imperial Commercials Donation by Jessica Smith 19/11/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck! Donation by Nichola Bull 20/10/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good Luck Donation by Michael Grimley 18/09/09  

£130.00 + £36.67 Gift Aid

From customers of Imperial Commercials, coming in dribs and drabs, but getting there xx Donation by Kelly Piggott 20/08/09  

£16.00 + £4.51 Gift Aid

Sending you, Ryan and your family all our Love & Best Wishes! xxxx Donation by Marcella, Darren, Lucy & Kaitlin XXXX 16/08/09  

£142.00

Good luck Tracey and give Ryan a hug from me. I was diagnosed with a brain tumour last year too and I know how awful it is. Donation by Les Brechin 24/07/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good Luck Tracey, thinking of you all. Donation by Angie & Roy Barnard 19/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good Luck to you all Donation by Sally Young 14/07/09  

Our love to you all. x x x Donation by Terry and Linda 11/07/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Hi Tracey. I saw the link on Facebook & was touched by the photos of your lovely brave son Ryan. Have a wonderful time in Lapland. Good luck. Donation by Lisa Williams 10/07/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Donation by Anonymous 05/07/09  

£8.00 + £2.26 Gift Aid

Good luck, Ryan must be very proud of you, my thoughts and best wishes are with your family x Donation by Helen Stewart 03/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

To Ryan's Mummy & Daddy, good luck for the marathon what you're doing is great :o) Love from baby Fox. Donation by Fox Bisset 03/07/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Thinking of you all . Love Janet and Ken xx Donation by .Janet and Ken Ottley 29/06/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation by Anonymous 29/06/09  

£10.00

Good Luck ;0) Donation by Craig Pickett 20/06/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good Luck Trace, Thinking of you all xxx Donation by Vikki, Darren & Boys 17/06/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck Trace! What an amazing achievement it will be. Love & the very best to you all XX Donation by The Artie White Foundation 15/06/09  

£250.00

Good luck tracey Donation by Christina Crosby 15/06/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Wow your already over half way there, hope the trainings going well, thinking of you all x x x Donation by helen crosby 15/06/09  

£35.00 + £9.87 Gift Aid

Good luck Tracey, Ryan is an inspiration to us all. xxx Donation by Amy, Ian and Grace 13/06/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck with the run! Donation by Fiona and Rob 13/06/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck with the training, thinking of you all. Donation by Adrian, Rachael and Charlotte Low 10/06/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

I've always admired your drive and determination. Good Luck you deserve some. Donation by Ian Phillips 08/06/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Wishing you a fantastic time in Lapland and every success and happiness in the future! x Donation by Estelle 07/06/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
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  Gift Aid plus supplement: £355.10

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