Rachel Hassett

Dave is running the London Marathon 2023 for Shine

Fundraising for SHINE
£6,135
raised of £6,000 target
Donations cannot currently be made to this page
Event: London Marathon 2023, on 23 April 2023
London Marathon 2023
Campaign by SHINE (RCN 249338)
Welcome to the #TeamShine 2023 London Marathon page!

Story

Hi,

Thanks for visiting my page and taking time to read and even consider a donation.

In April 2023 I will be taking part in the London Marathon to raise vital funds to support SHINE.

I’ve chosen to support SHINE as they provide specialist support for Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus, both of which have affected my beautiful niece Ellie.

Ellie was diagnosed with Spina Bifida during the 20 week scan and from that moment on I have watched my brother and sister-in-law, Danny and Rachel, go through an incredible journey to bring Ellie to where she is and I am astounded on a regular basis at Ellie’s determination to achieve her milestones.

Their journey started with a trip to Belgium at the height of the first lock down for Ellie’s tiny baby bum to briefly be removed from the uterus for the hole in her spine to be closed.

Since being born Ellie’s development has been truly amazing and she can now sit, say words, crawl as quick as any baby I’ve ever seen(even up the stairs), stand and walk with assistance.

Ellie also had brain surgery just after her first birthday to place a shunt from her head to her belly to drain excess fluid from her brain and relieve her symptoms of hydrocephalus.

SHINE are a huge support to families with both Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus, however, as both conditions are extremely rare their support is vital in terms of both resources and information packs for families but also providing networking opportunities and the chance to meet others in a similar situation.

Thanks for taking the time to read,

Dave

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About the campaign

Welcome to the #TeamShine 2023 London Marathon page!

About the charity

SHINE

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RCN 249338
Shine provides specialist support from before birth and throughout the life of anyone living with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus, as well as to parents, families, carers and professional care staff. Our wonderful supporters make our work possible, your fundraising makes all the difference!

Donation summary

Total raised
£6,134.67
+ £1,288.68 Gift Aid
Online donations
£6,134.67
Offline donations
£0.00

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