Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page. I'd really love you to sponsor me for a very good cause...

THE CAUSE

I’m trying to raise money for two causes which are dear to my heart. They are Childline and Norfoff Robbins Music Therapy. Both of these charities are there to help children who are in need, the latter through the power of music, and I hope you will agree that they are both worthy of your support, especially in what are difficult financial times for all charity organisations. If you fancy it you can find out more about the two charities at

www.nordoff-robbins.org.uk/

www.childline.org.uk

THE EVENT

The Truants Charity Bike Ride Challenge is from September 30 to October 4, 2012 and involves cycling 100 to 130 miles largely off-road on the plain around Marrakesh and into the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. I’ll be part of a team of 50 not-very-fit folk who are all trying to raise money for charity. Not sure if my 48-year-old arse will hold out, but we'll give it a go! Of course, I'd be lying if I said there wasn't going to be a big fun element to the ride – so long as I can sit down at night! – but it is also in aid of a really good cause!

Please note that Nordoff Robbins will pay half of the profits to Childline from the monies collected here and elsewhere.

HOW YOU CAN SPONSOR ME

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 - I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.

So please dig deep and donate now.

Thanks very much in advance.

HoJo