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Eliana's Fundraiser for Meningitis Now

eliana shaw-lothian is raising money for Meningitis Now

Sahara Trek 2026 with Meningitis Now · 5 March 2026 to 10 March 2026 · Start fundraising for this event

Sahara Trek 2026
Campaign by Meningitis Now (RCN 803016 (England & Wales), SC037790 (Scotland))
Our first overseas trek since 2016, Sahara Trek 2026 will see a group of intrepid Meningitis Now supporters take to the dunes and ancient riverbeds of one of the largest, and most beautiful deserts in the world.

Story

Hi everyone!

In March 2026, I will be trekking across the Sahara Desert (about 50KM?!) To raise money for Meningitis Now in honour of a chapter in my life that changed everything. During my first year at university, I fell critically ill with Bacterial Meningitis, something I barely understood at the time. It was sudden, terrifying, and completely changed my perspective on life. While I am still processing a lot of what happened, I am incredibly grateful to be here, studying, dancing, and living again.

I am inspired to do this trek not only because it will push me mentally and physically, but it is also a chance to support a charity that has helped my family and me, and so many others. Every step I will be taking in the desert is for those still battling, for survivors, and in memory of those who didn't make it.

Thank you for supporting me on this journey <3

Donation summary

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£2,184.22
+ £508.75 Gift Aid
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