David Benson

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Fundraising for Diabetes UK
£1,775
raised of £1,000 target
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Event: Great Manchester Run 10k 2019, on 19 May 2019
In memory of Michael Benson
Great Manchester Run 2019
Campaign by Diabetes UK (RCN 215199)
Manchester's greatest running event. Our runners will be choosing between a 10k and half marathon distance and will be passing some of Manchester's greatest landmarks.

Story

Unfortunately my brother died earlier this year from pancreatic  cancer and had been a Type 1 diabetic since his early 20s. He dealt with this condition with great strength and determination and without complaint.

 Therefore the family  thought it would be a fitting tribute to run the Manchester 10k in his memory and to try and raise as much money as possible to help other diabetics in the future. As well as myself there is my daughter Kate, son Peter, daughter in law Julia and son in law Jonathan all running.

Our original target was £500 which we then raised to £1,000 and it is fantastic due to the generosity of so many that we are now above that and still collecting! 

Thank you so much from all of us, my brother would be so proud and knowing that other diabetics will be benefiting in the future

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About the campaign

Manchester's greatest running event. Our runners will be choosing between a 10k and half marathon distance and will be passing some of Manchester's greatest landmarks.

About the charity

Diabetes UK

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RCN 215199
Diabetes UK is the charity leading the fight against the UK's devastating and fastest growing health crisis, working to create a world where diabetes can do no harm. It’s a fight that involves all of us – sharing knowledge and taking diabetes on together. Join us.

Donation summary

Total raised
£1,775.00
+ £340.00 Gift Aid
Online donations
£1,775.00
Offline donations
£0.00

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