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West Highland Way 2011
Event: Kenny Henderson's fundraising
$5,013.73 raised of $3,018.50 target
126 donations
My Target:
$3,018.50
$5,013.73 raised so far
How to make a donation
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My story
Updated on Apr 30th 2011 at 2:55 PM from the JustGiving API
The generosity of others, whether it be in giving up their time to come along on this adventure, or parting with their hard earned cash, never ceases to amaze and inspire me. Thanks to everyone for their support - 7 days and we'll be well on our way!
West Highland Way 7th May 2011 in aid of Calum's Cabin
A couple of years back I watched one of the most inspiring stories about a brave young lad called Calum who lived on the Isle of Bute just off the west coast of Scotland who at the age of 11 had been diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour. Instead of letting this terrible illness get him down, Calum and his family had decided that they would like to keep helping others by building a Holiday Cabin in Calum's name, a place that would provide peaceful sanctuary and happy memories for other families who have a child dealing with cancer, giving them the chance to experience Calum's island and have a wonderful holiday on the Isle of Bute. 13 months after being diagnosed, Calum passed away at home but his memory lives on through the holidays and memories that Calum's Cabin (www.calumscabin.com) provides for others.
As a dad of an 8 year old boy and someone who has lost various family members and friends to cancer, the story really struck home how lucky we are and how we should make the most of the opportunities life presents us. So in late 2010 I decided it was time to do my bit, no matter how small, I wanted to help in some way. And so I decided that this year would be the year I would walk 96 miles of Scotland's most beautiful and rugged scenery to raise money for Calum's Cabin. What started out as me wanting to do something very close to my heart, has very quickly turned into a real team effort and i've been amazed at peoples generosity and enthusiasm to join in.
So on 7th May 2011, myself and 9 colleagues from Sky (Nic Conway, Stuart Coyle, Jo Curtis, Caroline Cromarty, Andy Campbell, Angela Speirs, Nikki Melville, Dougie Walker and Craig McPhee) will set out from Milngavie on an adventurous trek to Fort William where we hope to arrive 5 days later, safe, exhausted and with any luck still all talking to each other.
All the money raised by the team will go to Calum's Cabin which costs £600 per week to run and covers the cost of ferry fares, local activities on the island and some spending money for the families as well as covering the day to day running costs of the house. For many people illness brings financial hardship, especially when parents have to take time off work or give up their jobs to look after a child with long term illness. Calum's Cabin ensures families benefit from a weeks holiday at a time they need it the most without having to worry.
Please help us all raise as much money as possible and provide happy memories for as many families as possible.
Thanks
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My charity
Calums Cabin
Charity Registration No. SC038054
Calums Cabin is a purpose built beautiful countryside retreat situated on the Isle of Bute. Designed and equipped to the highest of standards, the self-catering accommodation offers peace and tranquillity for children suffering from cancer and their family. Giving children and their families time to make irreplaceable memories and spend quality time together, recharging their batteries for what may lie ahead. Calum Speirs (12) made Calums Cabin possible. Enquiries to enquiries@calumscabin.com www.calumscabin.com
Donations 126
Nice work Caroline. I'm very proud of you (especially for going back for the last bit!) Ruthxx
Donation by Ruth Christie on 14/06/11
£25.00
Various donations from folk along the way! Thanks to all.
Donation by Caroline Cromarty on 14/06/11
£50.00
Very proud of Caroline and co! Many congrats. Eileen, Pete and the girls xxxxx (...and as our two teenagers would say, 'You Rock'!)
Donation by Eileen Bevan on 13/06/11
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
Well done Caro and the team. The weather must have made it an even more difficult challenge than it already was!! Lainey xxx
Donation by Elaine Mack on 12/06/11
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
Well done guys. Totally impressive achievement given the awful weather!
Donation by Kara Hannah on 03/06/11
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
Well done! Great achievement for a great cause. xx
Donation by Jenna Ewing on 01/06/11
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Contributions from complete strangers and friends who were humbled by our pain! Nic
Donation by Nic Conway on 28/05/11
£70.00
Sorry it's a bit late! Well done everyone!!
Donation by sean reddington on 19/05/11
£50.00
Trust you had a great week walking the WHW - and the weather didn't dampen team spirit Well done Kenny and team
Donation by Steve Gormley on 18/05/11
£50.00
+ £12.50 Gift Aid
:~)
Donation by Paulo P. on 17/05/11
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Hope its been enjoyable.
Donation by Stephen Barnes on 13/05/11
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
Hey Nic, well done, it's all over now!! Enjoy all the post walk indulgence You deserve it. Lots of Love Fi and Jim xxx
Donation by Fiona Wallace on 12/05/11
£25.00
+ £6.25 Gift Aid
You must be near the end now! Well done to all of you.
Donation by Rachel Argyros on 11/05/11
To Nic and mates, you brave, hardy souls, good luck and lots of Mars bars. Xxx
Donation by Caitriona McCann on 11/05/11
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
A jolly way to spend a week in the Highlands. Have great fun.
Donation by Douglas Cameron on 10/05/11
£50.00
+ £12.50 Gift Aid
Good Luck Guys, I hope you are doing well and the weather is being kind to you. Karen xx
Donation by Karen Baker on 08/05/11
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Good luck Nic and team Enjoy!
Donation by Tom Scott on 07/05/11
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
Well done Craig and co - hope the midges are kind to you!
Donation by Marion Byrne on 07/05/11
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Have a great week and good luck. Love Liz
Donation by Liz Linn on 06/05/11
£25.00
+ £6.25 Gift Aid
Good Luck Craig ..and the team.
Donation by Karen Richardson on 06/05/11
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
A little something to keep you all in blister packs - good luck with it all ;0)
Donation by Lee Bailes on 06/05/11
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
Good luck!
Donation by Karen Worrall on 06/05/11
Good Luck all - great effort! My wife works for Cancer Research UK so regularly see the hardships people face when dealing with such illness.
Donation by Liam O'Meara on 06/05/11
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
Hey Nic! Someone has already made a witty comment about hair straighteners! So good luck honey, you can do it :) xxx
Donation by Suzi Gibson on 06/05/11
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Donation by Kenneth Walker on 06/05/11
£40.00
+ £10.00 Gift Aid
Donation summary
- * Online donations$4,908.08
- Offline donations$105.65
- Text donations$0.00
- Total raised$5,013.73
- Gift Aid$982.98
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