So basically, for a bit of a laugh, I've decided to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in January 2012. Over six days, I'll be trekking up to 12 hours a day to reach the 19,341ft summit of this very big hill.

I'm going to be doing it for Rainbow Trust, an amazing charity close to my heart, and it would mean the world to me to have your support in reaching my target amount.

The Rainbow Trust Children's Charity provides emotional and practical support to families who have a child with a life threatening or terminal illness. Rainbow Trust's Family Support Workers join the family in their own home and are there to provide practical support. They are contactable 24 hours a day for families in crisis from diagnosis, through treatment and even after bereavement.

Every penny you can spare me is greatly appreciated and will go straight towards helping families who so desperately need the amazing support this charity provides.

Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving – they’ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they’ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it’s the most efficient way to donate - helping to cut costs for the charity.

With love and thanks,

Alex