Race 21 for Down's syndrome Scotland
Jennifer Tait is raising money for Down's Syndrome Scotland
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Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.
I have kindly volunteered my lovely husband Alan to do the Race 21 challenge and raise a few pounds for Down's Syndrome Scotland.
He is doing it with another two people (who he has never met before!) while I run an informal crèche service for four kids.
This charity is close to our hearts since our gorgeous baby girl Amber was born with Down's Syndrome and we would be so grateful if anyone could spare a pound or two in support of this charity.
Many thanks!
Race 21
Get roped in...and join together, for the first time ever
What is Race 21?
Race 21 is Down's Syndrome Scotland's first running fundraiser held during the month of Down's Syndrome Awareness Week (17-23 March 2014)! This exciting, new fundraiser is sponsored byIndigo Social Media.
Teams of 3 will be linked together with our lovely coloured ropes (see graphic above) over a one mile course that includes seven checkpoints. You must work together to ensure your team is able to complete the course. You can only go as fast as the slowest person.
Why 21 and why teams of 3?
Down's syndrome is caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21 - making the total copies of chromosome 21 = 3. This wee extra chromosome causes a form of learning disability (ranging from mild to severe).
But despite this, people with Down's syndrome can have full lives - complete with social lives and hopes and dreams like everyone else. Did you know some people with Down's syndrome play the violin, marry, learn to drive, speak multiple languages, go to university and become athletes,business owners and councillors?
We hope to raise awareness of the condition through this fun team challenge! Will you join us?
The details
Who can register: Anyone, any age
When: 9th March 2014
Registration: 9 am
Start time: 10 am
Where: Rouken Glen Park, Rouken Glen Road, Giffnock, Glasgow G46 7JL
How do you register?