Darren Gowans

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Fundraising for Edinburgh Children's Hospital Charity
£1,807
raised of £1,000 target
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In memory of Craig Gowans
We bring more than medicine to seriously ill children in hospital.

Story

In July 2015, two squads of 18 players, as well as countless friends and family  members in support roles, will aim to break the Guinness World Record for the longest ever 11 a side football match – the current record is 72 hours. This will be an enormous feat of physical and mental endurance and will be a fitting tribute to Craig. 


Craig was my youngest brother and from an early age I can remember being enormously proud of him. He was warm, thoughtful and always the first to laugh and to make us laugh. The loss is still very difficult for our family to bear but our charitable fundraising efforts continue to be a positive focus. It's always incredibly humbling to receive feedback from parents of sick or vulnerable young children who have benefited from our fundraising projects through our partners at The Sick Kids Friends Foundation.


The forthcoming event will be our most challenging yet. Consequently, we have set our highest fundraising target. We aim to raise at least £37,000 (37 was Craig's professional squad number) for The Sick Kids Friends Foundation. We are dedicated to fund a sensory room in the new Sick Kids Hospital at Little France Hospital, Edinburgh.


The training regime over the next six months will be a real test of discipline and commitment for all players taking part. We will continue to cherish our fond memories of Craig, these memories along with the thought of fundraising to help sick and vulnerable children in his name will drive us to achieve the world record.


All donations are greatly appreciated. 


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About the charity

We support Edinburgh's Royal Hospital for Children and Young People by giving seriously ill children and their families the extra support they need when facing a life-changing hospital visit. We speed up recovery, take away fear and provide reassurance, distraction and fun every step of the way.

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£1,806.13
+ £434.03 Gift Aid
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£1,806.13
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