Leo and Matt Sailing the Thames
Matt Rosenfeld and Leo Miller . is raising money for Cancer Research UK
In memory of Judy Rosenfeld and Hugh Miller .
Story
We are two adventure-loving 13 year olds who, inspired by our own family stories, want to raise money to help beat cancer while we set off on a journey to see how far we can sail from the source of the River Thames.
We've got a week, a tent, a boat and a passion for adventures and making a difference.
To meet up with us and see our location, follow us on Twitter @TheThamesTrip
MATT
In 2008 my mother was diagnosed with breast Cancer when she was only 35 years old, I was only two, and my older brothers were just five and seven. she had chemotherapy and luckily survived cancer.
In 2013 my great uncle 'Derrick' died of pancreatic Cancer, when i was six years old, he was the nicest man, and never stopped smiling.
In 2016 my Grandmother 'Judy' but known to her grandchildren as 'Doodah' was diagnosed with mouth and breast cancer, and unfortunately died later that year.
LEO
My love of woodworking and inspiration to restore a 1968 mirror dinghy came from my grandfather, Hugh. He was a wonderful cardiologist and saved lots of lives and I hope to follow in his footsteps and that we raise enough money to make a difference. He also had a passion for carpentry and sailing which he has passed on to me. We lost Grandpa to cancer in 2013.
Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving - they'll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they'll send your money directly to the charity. So it's the most efficient way to donate - saving time and cutting costs for the charity.
We've got a week, a tent, a boat and a passion for adventures and making a difference.
To meet up with us and see our location, follow us on Twitter @TheThamesTrip
MATT
In 2008 my mother was diagnosed with breast Cancer when she was only 35 years old, I was only two, and my older brothers were just five and seven. she had chemotherapy and luckily survived cancer.
In 2013 my great uncle 'Derrick' died of pancreatic Cancer, when i was six years old, he was the nicest man, and never stopped smiling.
In 2016 my Grandmother 'Judy' but known to her grandchildren as 'Doodah' was diagnosed with mouth and breast cancer, and unfortunately died later that year.
LEO
My love of woodworking and inspiration to restore a 1968 mirror dinghy came from my grandfather, Hugh. He was a wonderful cardiologist and saved lots of lives and I hope to follow in his footsteps and that we raise enough money to make a difference. He also had a passion for carpentry and sailing which he has passed on to me. We lost Grandpa to cancer in 2013.
Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving - they'll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they'll send your money directly to the charity. So it's the most efficient way to donate - saving time and cutting costs for the charity.