Ian Mackie

Ian's 1st ever Marathon - all for a good cause page

Fundraising for Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support (MACS)
£1,420
raised of £1,500 target
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Event: Virgin London Marathon 2016, on 24 April 2016
We help children born without eyes to reach their potential and enjoy life

Story

What possessed me to enter my first ever Marathon after 53 years and two knee operations...... well two very good causes. One to raise money for MACS a great children's charity that has supported Jacob a family member. Two to support my godson Chris.... who entered me!

I would really appreciate your kind support... in the form of donations please. Big thanks. Ian

Jacobs story:- Jacob is a sweet natured, happy 4 year old boy who loves doing what all 4 year boys do, playing with his brothers and cars. He has had a tough start in life, he was born with Microtalmia. This is a condition in which Jacob was born with only one eye and limited sight in the other. As a baby he has bravely endured numerous operations and tests at London Moorfields Hospital to create a false eye. He is injected daily with growth hormones and bravely tackles his learning difficulties and his speech and language delays.

MACS has provided amazing support to Jacob and the family throughout his hospital visits and operations. We would like to do a little something to say our thank you to them. 

 








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About the charity

We are MACS; supporting children born without eyes or with underdeveloped eyes. Every year in the UK, an estimated 114 children are born with a MACS condition. We provide practical and emotional support for the whole family, to help children reach their full potential and enjoy life.

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