Individual Fundraisers News
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Then be inspired by some of our local fundraisers who have been organising events over the past few months. If you would like to share your experience with other fundraisers why not join our events forum and share your stories and fundraising tips.
Thank you to all our local fundraisers who have organised events and raised awareness in support of The Prostate Cancer Charity, your support is invaluable to us.
Upcoming events:
Four men and a boat
On 19th April 2009 Matt Hampel, Billy Gammon, Tom Wigram and Pete Staples set off on their bid to become the first 4 man crew to row the Indian Ocean. They are competing in the inaugural Indian Ocean Rowing Race from Geraldton (Western Australia) to Mauritius approx 3,568 miles (5,742 kms)
It has been really tough both physically and mentally for the team as they have battled with the weather and suffered personal bereavements. There were a few anxious moments when the boat recently lost contact but we are pleased to say that they have been spotted and are due to finish their epic race on the 8th July.
Some facts about the challenge:
- The race will be run from Geraldton (W.Australia) to Mauritius over 3,500 miles; making it the world’s longest rowing race.
- The crew will row in 2 hour shifts, with 2 crew on the oars at all times.
- They have to be totally self sufficient with no assistance from the outside world.
- The boat is 29ft long, 6.3 ft wide and weighs approximately 800-900kgs (empty).
- Each crew member will consume between 8,000-10,000 calories per day
You can read their blog, find out more about the race and send words of encouragement to the team on their website: http://www.rowingforprostate.com
You can sponsor their heroic efforts at; http://www.justgiving.com/rowingforprostate
Fun Run
Carol Kendall is organising a Fun Run at the local village Hall in West Wycombe. The event is open to everyone and there will be a barbecue, licensed bar, bouncy castle, tombola, raffle, face painting, stalls, fun for all the family. Everyone is welcome the more the merrier, details below:
- Event: Men's 5km Cross Country Fun Run (rough terrain, some hills)
- Date: Saturday 11th July 2009
- Time: 12.00pm Start
- Venue: Start: Saunderton train station HP14 4LJ. Finish: West Wycombe Village Hall HP14 3AB
- Cost: £5 Entry
- Contact: Carol Kendall (01494) 535345 / jonandcarolk@yahoo.co.uk for entry pack and sponsor forms.
Cycle Challenge
Daniel Fuller and Ryan Edwards will be cycling the length of Britain over two weeks starting June 3rd. Both are Canadians from the Annapolis Valley in Nova Scotia. From John O’ Groats to Land’s End is roughly 1000 miles, far, far further than any distance cycled by them before! They’ll be roughing it, sleeping in tents along the roadside as they work their way down the length of the country. They’re attempting to raise £5000 in support of The Prostate Cancer Charity UK and will be harassing Canadian and British press trying to get as much coverage as possible before, during and after the event.
Daniel’s Uncle, John Fuller was a survivor of Prostate Cancer who just recently passed away due to an unrelated condition and the ride will be dedicated both him as a person and the wonderful things he did with his life.
Both family and friends will be cheering them on from across the Atlantic. Ryan’s parents currently reside in Colorado Springs, Colorado while Daniel’s live in a Coldbrook, a small village in the Annapolis Valley in Nova Scotia.
£5000 is certainly an ambitious target and to reach that goal a lot of generosity will be needed. To sponsor them visit justgiving.com/danielkfuller
New for the summer 2009
Steve Shaw is organising a unique canoeing event in Peterborough for 18th-19th of July 2009. The main event will be a 57 mile non-stop paddle marathon on the 18th from Northampton to Peterborough embankment. There will be the opportunity for experienced canoeists to continue the further 31 miles to reach the sea! There will also be shorter events of 15m, 22½ m and non-stop mini marathons for the less experiences canoeists. For details on how enter this fantastic event visit www.paddle4shaw.co.uk
June Massage-a-thon
Elaine George is a Qualified Holistic Therapist and will be offering £10 Back Massages to all her Male Customers in June as part of her Massage-A-Thon. All the money raised from this will be split between The Prostate Cancer Charity and Everyman. She is aiming to raise £3,000 as well as awareness about prostate cancer.
Elaine’s best friend has prostate cancer so the event means a lot to her and she really wants to do 90 massages a week for 4 weeks. She will also be doing a sponsored walk on August the 16th 2009, raffles and lots of other fundraising activities.
Elaine works at Bellissino Capelli in Clayton-le-Moors, so if you would like a massage in June then you can book by calling Elaine on 01254 351673.
Hat Trick Challenge
George Armitage is organising 3 events to raise money for The Prostate Cancer Charity. George and three friends plan to kayak the length of the river thames, then cycle from London to Brighton finishing with a tandem kayak across the English Channel! They plan to take on this challenge in June and are hoping to raise a fantastic £3,000. To sponsor George and his team please visit www.justgiving.com/cricklade2calais
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