In July last year we lost Hannah's Uncle Tom to this horrible infection, he was left too long without diagnosis. We want to raise as much money as we can for this charity to help spread awareness and information so less people and families have to go through what we went through.

Uncle Tom was loved by so many and is missed more than words can describe. We love you Uncle Tom x

Worldwide, three people are diagnosed with encephalitis (brain inflammation) every minute. Caused by infection or autoimmune diseases, it can affect anyone. It is an acutely serious condition with high mortality rates, leaving many who do survive with an acquired brain injury - potentially affecting them physically and/or affecting their memory, thinking and personality for the rest of their lives.

Encephalitis International's mission is rebuilding futures of those affected: saving lives, accelerating awareness and driving research.