Jen Dackombe

Just do 70 - Harrison's Charity Bike Ride

Fundraising for King's College Hospital Charity
£5,495
raised of £5,000 target
by 81 supporters
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King's College Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) cares for the very sickest babies from South London and beyond. The multi-disciplinary team comprises doctors, nurses, therapists, surgeons and more who work together to secure the best outc

Story

Harrison was born 12 weeks prematurely on 4 December 2011. He was put on my chest for a fleeting moment where the weakest cry both reassured and terrified us. Our tiny baby was then transported straight to the NICU where he would spend 54 days on life saving support before transferring to the special care nursery. 

During this time we became acutely accustomed to the sounds of the machinery keeping our son alive. Initially this was completely overwhelming but the fantastic NHS staff took time to explain and provide the reassurance we needed that he was in the best place possible.

Thankfully after 70 days in hospital and a number of setbacks, Harrison was allowed to come home, where he has continued to thrive - recently hitting the big 10! As a celebration of this and to show our huge appreciation to the wonderful team at King’s College Hospital Neonatal Unit, we would like to raise as much money as possible by cycling a lap of Kenley Aerodrome for each day he spent in hospital (a mere 127 miles!!). We are incredibly grateful for all of your support, whether joining us on the final day (11 June 2022), doing your own mini event, or simply sponsoring us. 

Funds raised will contribute to the vital resources and equipment for each baby, in addition to the provision of invaluable facilities and support for families during this incredibly difficult time.



About the campaign

King's College Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) cares for the very sickest babies from South London and beyond. The multi-disciplinary team comprises doctors, nurses, therapists, surgeons and more who work together to secure the best outc

About the charity

We are dedicated to life-changing care at King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. King’s provides specialist and local health services to over one million people in South-East London and Kent, as well as critical care. Our work makes innovation, as well as world class treatment, possible.

Donation summary

Total raised
£5,495.00
+ £649.25 Gift Aid
Online donations
£3,497.00
Offline donations
£1,998.00

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