Matthew Stirk

Matt and Alex's Page

Fundraising for Tuberous Sclerosis Association
£965
raised of £1,000 target
Donations cannot currently be made to this page
Event: Great North Run 2017, on 10 September 2017
Participants: Alex Stirk
We fund support and research to provide help today and a cure tomorrow.

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In September, Alex and I will be taking part in our first half marathon- the Great North Run 2017- in aid of the Tuberous Sclerosis Association. 

Tuberous Sclerosis Complex is a genetic condition that can lead to the growth of tumours in various organs of the body. The impact of TSC can vary considerably; some people may not even know they have it where others can be more  significantly affected.

The TSA provides vital support to families affected by TSC across the UK, and is a charity close to our hearts given our sister Lucy was diagnosed with TSC as a child. We have personal experience of the many problems which TSC can bring and so we know just how important the TSA, and the funding which they receive, is.

There have recently been advances in the understanding of TSC and its causes, however for the estimated one million people worldwide who, like Lucy, live with the condition, there is still no cure. Every donation will help the TSA to fund research into this potentially devastating condition, so thank you to everyone who pledges some money!

You can read more about TSC and the work which the TSA does here: http://www.tuberous-sclerosis.org

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About the charity

As the only UK charity focused on Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) we : • Improve the health/wellbeing of people living with TSC and their families/carers • Lead research into technologies and treatments to reduce TSC’s impact • Lead innovation into medical and social care service integration

Donation summary

Total raised
£965.00
+ £137.50 Gift Aid
Online donations
£865.00
Offline donations
£100.00

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