In July 2008 I'll be doing the British 10k London Run. I'm doing this to raise funds for the Alzheimer's Society. I chose the Alzheimer's Society because Alzheimer's steals the people we love, respect and care about, and puts immense strain on all those around them. The disease is indiscriminate - its the sort of lottery you really don't want to win.
Will I outpace Rincewind or have feet of clay? Only time will tell. The route is 6 and a bit miles in old money. I'm hoping to complete it in 1 hr 20 minutes or under - not exactly an Olympic pace, but quite fast enough for me!
The route itself runs through the heart of London - starting at Piccadilly I'll head through Pall Mall down to the Embankment, running along the north bank of the Thames until I reach Tower Bridge. The route then doubles back along the Embankment, heading back up through Whitehall and ending at Buckingham Palace. Why not come along and watch the race?
Running won't find a cure for Alzheimer's, but your donations will help fund research into that cure, care and support for those suffering from it, as well as providing respite support for their carers (often elderly and vulnerable themselves). With your support the Alzheimer's Society can stretch that little bit further and make a difference to more lives.
Donating through this website is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: the Alzheimer's Society will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.
Many thanks for your support.
Ruth
P.S. On Facebook? I'll be posting news, photos and updates in my Supporters Group - come and join me there!
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Raised so far: £180.00
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Enjoy the run Donation by Harold & Frances on 22/06/08 |
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Wishing you the best of luck for a wonderful charity... Donation by Karen (aka byrons_brain) on 18/05/08 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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go for it 8-) Donation by arnhem on 16/03/08 |
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Donation by pm215 on 16/03/08 |
£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid |
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Think Rincewind! There may be a potato at the end! Donation by Joann on 16/03/08 |
£15.00 |
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good luck. In support of Terry Donation by justinej on 15/03/08 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Donation by Sorcha on 14/03/08 |
£10.00 |
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Good luck with the run :-) Donation by Helena on 14/03/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Good luck! :) Donation by dearg on 13/03/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Go for it! Donation by Mel on 13/03/08 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
| * Total raised online: | £180.00 |
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| Offline donations: | £0.00 |
| Mobile donations: | £0.00 |
| Total Raised: | £180.00 |
| Gift Aid plus supplement: | £43.72 |
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