Ruth and Ulric Jessop a.k.a. the Balti Beaumettes are doing a rickshaw race from the South of India to Kathmandu to raise money for charity.
The race starts on the 1st of January 2008 from Cochin, Kerala right in the southern tip of India. It then goes up the entire length of India to finish in Kathmandu, Nepal on the 16th of January. More information about the race can be found here.
The principal beneficiary of the Rickshaw Run is the Mercy Corps. Founded in 1979, the Mercy Corps’s aim is to help people to help themselves. Today, Mercy Corps is working in India to build community collaboration and fulfil dire health and economic needs. The Himalayan foothills around Darjeeling, are home to some of the world's finest teas - and some of Asia's poorest families. Therefore the Rickshaw Run focuses on five projects in particular in that area. Check out their website for more details.
Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Mercy Corps Scotland 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. Please note that all money raised goes to charity. The running costs of the event are financed completely separately.
For further information about Ruth and Ulric or to contact either of them, visit: www.pottyplace.com.
Many thanks for your support.
Raised:
60%
Raised so far: £600.00
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Looked an amazing adventure - well done! Donation by Tony & Debbie Shepherd on 01/04/08 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid |
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You've certainly succeeded in getting out of the rat race. Fantastic photos, what an amazing thing to do! I am not jealous ... really Donation by Dianne Bennett on 16/03/08 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid |
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mental Donation by Mark Harrison on 09/03/08 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid |
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Well done - love the piccies Donation by Pauline & John Rogers on 03/03/08 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Fantastic, looking forward to seeing you both soon. Donation by Dorita on 05/02/08 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Fantastic run guys - next time, take us with you! Donation by Ruth & Pat Dower on 01/02/08 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Shaken not stirred and schplendid, well done! Donation by Brian Steele on 31/01/08 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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It's a mad, mad world but great effort. Donation by R&PQ on 20/01/08 |
£50.00 |
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Crazy ! Donation by David Thomson on 10/01/08 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Very very envious! Have fun! Donation by Steve on 10/01/08 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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best of luck! al miranda & bloke Donation by al wilson on 02/01/08 |
£60.00 + £16.92 Gift Aid |
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Go Go Go!!! All the best Ruth and Ulric!! Donation by Simon Chapman on 28/12/07 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Enjoy the adventure Donation by The Scotts on 14/12/07 |
£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid |
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Go Bal-tis! Go Bal-tis! Donation by Fred the Braincell on 03/12/07 |
£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid |
| * Total raised online: | £600.00 |
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| Offline donations: | £0.00 |
| Mobile donations: | £0.00 |
| Total Raised: | £600.00 |
| Gift Aid plus supplement: | £155.13 |
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