The 5k a day in May Team

Raising money for the local NHS efforts against Covid-19

Fundraising for Cheltenham and Gloucester Hospitals Charity
£27,902
raised of £17,500 target
by 1631 supporters
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The isolation beard challenge, 25 March 2020
Your support makes a difference to our amazing NHS staff in Gloucestershire, both now and in future, as they continue their work to provide the best possible care for local patients.

Story

Bored men's minds wander and isolation does crazy things to peoples sanity. What started off as a bit of a joke on Facebook has turned in to an opportunity to raise some money to fight Covid 19. 

The challenge is simple you start growing a beard now and you don't shave it off until the pubs are open and we can have a big bearded celebration.

£10 entry £100 if you shave before the pubs are open !

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About the campaign

Your support makes a difference to our amazing NHS staff in Gloucestershire, both now and in future, as they continue their work to provide the best possible care for local patients.

About the charity

Every donation helps your local hospitals do more to care for you, everyone you love and our passionate NHS staff. From state-of-the-art equipment, transforming the hospital environment, supporting our incredible staff to specialist care; your support helps to make an impact every day.
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Donation summary

Total raised
£27,901.16
+ £5,754.47 Gift Aid
Online donations
£27,901.16
Offline donations
£0.00

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