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Over the years I have been asked to help out with many different charities and I try and do as much as I can with the most impact not only to help raise the profile of the charity but to raise as much money as possible. It's hard to believe but over the last two years, what with Marathons and surviving the jungle I have managed to raise over £150,000 for various charities. Rather than spreading myself too thinly I do have my favourite charities and always try to make the time in my life for them |
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Model and presenter Nell McAndrew is calling for people to join her in raising money for people with dementia by running for Alzheimer’s SocietyWe are Bupa's nominated charity for this year's Bupa Great North Run, in Newcastle on 19 September. Nell's grandad, Sam, was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and she will be running in honour of him.  Experienced charity runner Nell, who has notched up several marathons and runs for good causes, says, 'I was so pleased to hear that Bupa has chosen Alzheimer's Society as their nominated charity for this year's Bupa Great North Run. Our whole family have been devastated by grandad's diagnosis so I'm delighted to be able to give my support. The money raised will improve the lives of people with dementia and their carers. I hope runners of all levels will join me on the run and raise vital funds'.
This is the second year Alzheimer's Society have been the nominated charity for the Bupa Great Run Series. Director of Fundraising, Jo Swinhoe, said, 'Thanks to Bupa, we were able to raise £1 million in 2009 to help fight dementia - this year we want to do even better and Nell's support is a fantastic boost. She's an inspiration both as a runner and a tireless charity fundraiser and we're absolutely delighted to have her on board'.
Dr Graham Stokes, Bupa's director of dementia care explains why Alzheimer's Society was a natural choice to be the nominated charity: 'Alzheimer's Society and Bupa are working together across a range of projects to support people with dementia and their carers to find a cure for the future, whilst improving their quality of life and care. Both organisations share a commitment to fighting dementia and a belief in the health benefits of exercise. Nell is a wonderful role model for aspiring runners and we're thrilled she's chosen to run for our nominated charity'.
To register to run the half marathon with Nell on the Bupa Great North Run visit alzheimers.org.uk/bupa |
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I helped launch the 125 years celebrations of SSAFA (The Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families' Association) Forces Help. Current conflicts mean that SSAFA is as relevant today as it was all those years ago. The charity provide help and support for both the troops and their families. Various events and fund raising activities will be taking place throughout the year, with a target to raise 1.25million pounds. If you would like to help in some way, please go to the SSAFA website. www.ssafa.org.uk 
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 The annual Castle Howard NSPCC Christmas Fair offers a fantastic Christmas shopping experience in beautiful surroundings. It takes place on Friday 7 November inside this stunning house.
There will be over 50 stalls selling a wide range of gifts for adults and children including: toys, children's books, jewellery, traditional Yorkshire food stalls, clothes, flowers and home accessories. The event attracts over 1,200 visitors and hopes to raise £35,000 for the NSPCC, who run vital services for children, young people and families across North Yorkshire and the UK.
The entrance fee is £6 per person (children under 13 go free) and includes admission to both the house and grounds at Castle Howard. The fair is open from 9.30am-3.30pm on Friday 7 November 2008.
For further information please contact the NSPCC North Appeals Team on Tel: 0113 2299313 or email:
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 DebRA provides practical support and funds research into EB (epidermolysis bullosa), a rare and currently incurable skin condition, which affects children from birth. It's fatal in the most severe cases but in it's mildest form EB causes lifelong disability and pain. |
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 Cancer Research UK has a team of specialist cancer information nurses who can be contacted on 020 7061 8355 to answer questions on cancer in confidence.
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 Help the Aged is working to combat poverty, reduce isolation, defeat ageism and to promote quality in care. |
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 The Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association is a national charity which began in 1885 and help assist people in or from all the different forces. It also supports the widows and widowers of previously serving people.
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 The Lymphoma Association was set up as the only UK support organisation specialising in lymphoma. It remains unique, being the only UK charity providing unbiased information and emotional support to anyone affected by Hodgkin lymphoma or non-Hodgkin lymphoma, whether patient, family member or carer. |
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I was very grateful to be able to collect a cheque from the Echo Trust at Oceana nightclub in Leeds, for the fantastic amount of £10,000, for my chosen charity, The Jonny Kennedy Memorial Fund/DebRA. |
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