Gareth Bowen

Gareths Macmillan 3 Grand Ironman challenge

Fundraising for Macmillan Cancer Support
£2,906
raised of £3,000 target
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Ironman Hat-trick , 3 January 2018
Macmillan Cancer Support

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We will do whatever it takes to help you live life as fully as you can

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Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page. 

Unfortunately last year we were given the upsetting news that my Grandma had developed pancreatic cancer and had only months to live. However 9 months on and at the grand old age of 94 she is still trooping against the odds and Macmillan have been there to help during this time. 

Things however have not ended there and during the start of this year my Mum has also been diagnosed  with cancer and needs an operation followed by chemo therapy. We are currently just at the start of this condition and hopeful it can tackled quickly and we can start the process of recovery and getting on with life as normal although never the same as it was. 

As a result of this and the great work Macmillan do for all suffering from this life changing condition, I am embarking on the challenge of raising £3000 for Macmillan Cancer support by trying to finish 3 Ironman events across Europe. 

Macmillan, know cancer can affect everything, not just your body and mental well being but also relationships with your family and others, your finances, family unity, personal confidence and indeed everything that we take for granted. But Macmillan help people live life, no matter what. They give people the support to hold on to who they are and what is important. Life with cancer is still life –“we’ll help you live it.” It is this great work and the help and support they have given to family and friends in the past that have made me want to challenge myself in order to give back to Macmillan.

Therefore please help me support this worthy organisation by donating any amount you can afford to help Macmillan continue their outstanding work and support.

Thank you in advance for your support and donations it is greatly appreciated.


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Thank you for choosing to support me and Macmillan Cancer Support. Just so you know, 30% of the sponsorship that I collect (up to the cost of my entry fee) will be reimbursed. This means that Macmillan receives 70% or more of my sponsorship. Reimbursing 30% of my sponsorship (up to the cost of my entry fee) is a safe way of fundraising for the charity as it can be cheaper than the cost of a charity package! If you have any questions about my fundraising or why your donations may be used in this way, please don't hesitate to contact Macmillan directly at triathlon@macmillan.org.uk.

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Macmillan Cancer Support

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At Macmillan, we will move mountains to help people with cancer live life as fully as they can. We’re doing whatever it takes. But without your help we can’t support everyone who needs us. To donate, volunteer, raise money or campaign with us, call 0300 1000 200 or visit macmillan.org.uk

Donation summary

Total raised
£2,906.00
+ £257.50 Gift Aid
Online donations
£2,606.00
Offline donations
£300.00

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