NORA’s Post

Week two is complete and the weekend has really mixed up the leader board. All teams have managed to reach Glasgow and all but 3 have managed to reach Broadacre North Allerton. Atletico Building Systems still take a clear lead already making it past Manchester Airport, Their progress is so substantial that they could potentially jet off for a few days and still maintain their lead. There is tough competition for second place and the race is on to see who can be the first to see the boys in blue at Everton Stadium, with only 2 miles between teams Completely Floored and Not Fast Just Furious. Walking 9-5 have dropped off slightly leaving 31 miles between them and second place, but I’m sure this will only spur them on. The Pacemakers have benefitted greatly from their transfer and with their new addition they have took a lead over Scrambled legs and are only 9 miles behind 5th place, the Stroll Patrol. Current League Standings (After 11 days of walking) 1. 775m Atletico Building Systems          2. 591m Completely Floored                      3. 689m Not fast just Furious                     4. 660m Walking 9-5                                       5. 566m The Stroll Patrol                               6. 557m Pace Makers                                     7. 527m Scrambled Legs                              8. 430m Aches & Panes                                9. 415m Red Hot Chilli Steppers                Top 3 Individual performers at present; 1. 190m Jack Syddall                     2. 152m Jamie Woollands            3. 132m Matt Zacharenko           We have now reached 86% of our current target of £7,500 on just giving, which is amazing, it is very time consuming and it is amazing to see everyone putting in the effort. Keep up the hard work and get those steps in where possible. https://lnkd.in/eZM4EWHm #Charity #PACT #HorburyGroup #Construction #TeamWork #1346miles

How lovely it is to learn more about the individuals who teach our young people.

#GreatNorthRun2024 I am very excited and proud to be running the Great North Run again this year, in support of the Darby Rimmer MND Foundation. Former Liverpool, Bradford City and Bolton Wanderers footballer Stephen Darby and close friend and British Forces Veteran Chris Rimmer have partnered together to launch the Darby Rimmer MND Foundation. The average life expectancy is just 2-5 years from the onset of symptoms A third of people diagnosed will die within a year and half within 2 years. MND is NOT a rare disease as often described and doesn’t only affect people aged 50+. There is a serious lack of awareness and more importantly funding. There is a lot of research going on and signs of promising treatments in the future The Darby Rimmer Foundation are contributing to the fight against MND in three different key ways... Awareness- Raising awareness of Motor Neurone Disease is one of the foundations aims. The more we can raise and display how devastating MND is, is crucial in advancing to government level. Support- Supporting the particular the financial implications this disease brings. Offering support to individuals and families by offering grants to those who need it. Research- Research into treatments is vital on the journey to finding a cure for MND. At the moment there is no effective treatment or cure but there is promising research going on. Network, any donations would be greatly appreciated, to this great cause!

I'm just home from Babble Frost 2024, and we were joined by Rachel Sharp MCIOF (Cert), fundraising manager for My Name'5 Doddie, with Babble now a Corporate Partner. Rachel enlightened us as we learned some truly harrowing stats, and watched a video filmed with Doddie about a month or so before he passed - I could feel the tears forming, and I know most of the room was the same. I heard the mutters of "bloody hell", "brutal", and the long expell of air as people processed what we'd read, heard, and watched...here's some highlights. 1 in 300 people will be handed the death sentence that is Motor Neuron Disease. Most of those people will have waited around a year for diagnosis. The average life expectancy once diagnosed is a mere 12-18 months. With many dying within just 3 months when the disease is particularly aggressive. 5000 people in the UK right now are living with MND. This might seem low based on a 1 in 300 figure. That's because of how quickly it will kill a person. It is a literal death sentence...right now. There has not been a new drug to help treat MND in nearly 40yrs. That drug *might* extend life expectancy by around 3 months. Treatment itself has not substantially changed in 20yrs. It is almost guarantee that you personally know someone who has been killed by MND. It IS an ABSOLUTE guarantee that you know someone who knows someone killed by MND (for my connections...you know me, and it killed a childhood neighbour of mine). I also know at least three other victims at just 1 degree of separation). Again...literal death sentence. As a Corporate Partner to My Name'5 Doddie, Babble have committed to raising £250,000! So I will be doing something later this year to help raise funds - I've always fancied a charity boxing match...if you know how to make that happen and can help me -let me know. However, right now, my brother is taking part in Doddie Aid right - and is trying to raise £500. Can you help? Can you share? Doddie's final words in his video to us... "MND is not uncurable. It's just underfunded" https://lnkd.in/eRePrhTz #myname5doddie #doddieaid #mnd #babble #babblefrost

5 Ways Sponsoring a Child is Life Sponsoring a child for their education, nutrition, and overall well-being may seem daunting, especially when you have never met them before. Chances are you feel conflicted about the whole idea, as you are unsure if such sponsorships ever really make a difference. Well, they do! When you deal with a legitimate charitable organization to sponsor a child, it could make a world of difference for them Donate Us https://lnkd.in/g-_TjSXv   #charityforchildren, #donatefoodforchildren, #donateclothesforchildren, #donatebooksforchildren, #donatetoysforchildren, #sponsorforchildren, #sponsorclothesforchildren, #sponsorbooksforchildren, #sponsortoysforchildren, #childecucation, #seruds, #kurnool

Support the Nigerian Green Falcons on Their World Cup Journey! Click the link below 👇 https://lnkd.in/er6jsX7g The Nigerian women's rugby team, the Green Falcons, is determined to make history at the World Cup qualifiers. These incredible athletes embody strength, passion, and resilience, representing Nigeria with pride. But they need your help to get there. Why Your Support Matters: Preparing for the World Cup qualifiers is expensive. The Green Falcons need funds for training, travel, equipment, and medical support. Your contribution will directly impact their ability to compete at the highest level. Every Donation Counts Your generosity will help cover essential costs like: - Training and Coaching: Ensuring the team is well-prepared. - Travel Expenses: Supporting their journey to international matches. - Equipment and Gear: Providing the best tools to compete. - Medical Care: Keeping the players fit and ready to win. Join Us in Making History:

🌊Final Round for the Triple Crown 🌊 Swimming for clean waters #alwaysontarget Adalvo From the icy waters of the English Channel to the mysterious depths of the Catalina Channel, I’ve learned that with perseverance and mental toughness, anything is possible. As I prepare for my final challenge on August 21st—the iconic swim around Manhattan—I carry with me the lessons learned from each stroke, each wave, and every moment of doubt I’ve overcome. My swims are not just about pushing boundaries they are connected with a bigger impact. As Adalvo’s Brand Ambassador, I swim with a mission—to raise awareness about the global water crisis. Millions of people around the world lack access to clean drinking water, and this cause is deeply personal to me. Through my partnership with charity: water, I’m using my platform to make a tangible difference, bringing clean and safe drinking water to those who need it most. As I take on this final leg of the Triple Crown, my journey is a reminder to us all: when we push our limits, embrace the unknown, and commit to something greater than ourselves, we can achieve greatness. I’m proud to have Adalvo standing by me in this journey, raising funds and awareness for a cause that affects us all. Ready to swim in Hudson river despite the dirty dark water! I hope my story reminds you to chase your own Triple Crowns—whatever they may be—and to remember that the greatest successes are born from the courage to push beyond what we think is possible. Join me in supporting the mission for clean water. https://lnkd.in/eqfyNGm4 #TripleCrown #OpenWaterSwimming #Adalvo #CleanWater #PushYourLimits #Inspiration #ManhattanSwim #DreamBig #AchieveGreatness

As the #Paris2024 #OlympicGames are underway, Myriad Canada is proud of a new collaboration with the World Olympians Association! The opening of this fund is part of a wider collaboration at the Myriad Alliance level, involving our partners Myriad Alliance Fondation Roi Baudouin Myriad USA Myriad Australia 🌎 The general aim of this new Fund at Myriad Canada is to support Olympians and empower them to serve their local communities and society at large. Activities may include educational projects for Olympians, helping them transition to a life beyond competitive sport after retirement; and projects benefiting the local communities of Olympians and society at large. To support this project: https://lnkd.in/eVCNJsaJ Myriad Alliance Fondation Roi Baudouin Myriad USA Give2Asia Myriad Australia The Gift Trust New Zealand

5 Convincing reasons why one shall be sponsoring a child Sponsoring a child for their education, nutrition, and overall well-being may seem daunting, especially when you have never met them before. Chances are you feel conflicted about the whole idea, as you are unsure if such sponsorships ever really make a difference. Well, they do! When you deal with a legitimate charitable organization to sponsor a child, it could make a world of difference for them Donate Us https://lnkd.in/gkwr5k5s   #charityforchildren, #donatefoodforchildren, #donateclothesforchildren, #donatebooksforchildren, #donatetoysforchildren, #sponsorforchildren, #sponsorclothesforchildren, #sponsorbooksforchildren, #sponsortoysforchildren, #childecucation, #seruds, #kurnool https://lnkd.in/gY7Heb3c

5 Convincing reasons why one shall be sponsoring a child Sponsoring a child for their education, nutrition, and overall well-being may seem daunting, especially when you have never met them before. Chances are you feel conflicted about the whole idea, as you are unsure if such sponsorships ever really make a difference. Well, they do! When you deal with a legitimate charitable organization to sponsor a child, it could make a world of difference for them Donate Us https://lnkd.in/g-_TjSXv   #charityforchildren, #donatefoodforchildren, #donateclothesforchildren, #donatebooksforchildren, #donatetoysforchildren, #sponsorforchildren, #sponsorclothesforchildren, #sponsorbooksforchildren, #sponsortoysforchildren, #childecucation, #seruds, #kurnool