Amy Shindler

Charity

Norwood - Every day, Norwood supports thousands of people with learning disabilities and children and families in need, helping them to change their lives, one by one. We believe people should live the life they choose and we work with individuals to change their lives and achieve their goals. Delivered by 1200 staff and supported by 800 dedicated volunteers, our services are divided into Children and Family Services and Adult Services. If you believe Norwood may be able to help you call us now on 020 8954 4555.
Norwood
Every day, Norwood supports thousands of people with learning disabilities and children and families in need, helping them to change their lives, one by one. We believe people should live the life they choose and we work with individuals to change their lives and achieve their goals. Delivered by 1200 staff and supported by 800 dedicated volunteers, our services are divided into Children and Family Services and Adult Services. If you believe Norwood may be able to help you call us now on 020 8954 4555.

Event details

Kilimanjaro Summit Trek - Rongai Route

04 October 2010

4 - 14 October. At 5,895m, Mt. Kilimanjaro is one of the largest volcanoes ever to break through the Earth's crust. I have been told not to underestimate the challenge ahead and although most trekkers will never have experienced a day as tough as this, my goal is to reach its summit.


Only 31 days to go!


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Amy is climbing Kilimanjaro for her Mum

Fundraiser: 
Amy Shindler

My page: http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/AmyontheMountaintop

although my mum would have killed me if she knew I was going to do this.

As many of you may know, my mum, Lynn, died in 2005 at the age of 58, after a nine month battle with cancer. Since then I have wanted to raise money for a cause she really cared about in honour of her life and her exceptional work with children with special needs and learning difficulties. I am therefore raising money for the wonderful Norwood Hope Centre, and I would be very grateful if you would sponsor me as I attempt to climb Africa's highest mountain.

The Hope Centre provides services for children and young people (aged 3-19) with a wide spectrum of special needs from autism to dyspraxia to emotional and behavioural problems. The essential work they're doing fills a gap in the educational and social development of many children's lives and enables them to fulfil their potential, despite some tremendous challenges. Here are some inspiring examples of their work:

www.hope-centre-search.org.uk/stories

In return for your kind sponsorship, in October I vow to haul myself up nearly 20,000 feet of treacherous mountain in freezing conditions at a very high altitude. Considering I have the lung power of a hamster and lose all blood to my extremities if the weather changes, I shall also be hoping that I don't just keel over and watch my fingers drop off.

Please note that I am covering the costs of the trip myself, the donation I am asking you for will go to the Norwood Hope Centre.

Donating through this site is quick, easy and totally secure. It's also the most efficient way to sponsor me. The Norwood Hope Centre gets your money faster and if you're a UK taxpayer, it makes sure that 28% of Gift Aid is added to your donation. Thank you for your support!

If you are a US taxpayer you can make a tax efficient donation on my US sponsorship page at:

www.firstgiving.com/amyonthemountaintop

p.s. Picture is of me and mum. It's the only picture I had to hand where she's not wearing her glasses. Being photographed without one's glasses was also a life-long dedication of my mum's, but I won't be raising money for it.

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Recent donors

26.08.10 I think that works out at about 1p for every 2 vertical metres. I shall expect change if you don't make it.

26.08.10 Great cause, great girl. Our good wishes go with you.

25.08.10 It's making me reach for my asthma spray just thinking about it. Well done, missus.

23.08.10 Good luck. Love Emma, Guy and Max xxx

11.08.10 Hey Ami - well done you've already hit your target - whoop! So are you gonna try and double it??! Best of luck you, er mountain goat xx

22.07.10 "On a clear day - you can see forever"

22.07.10 Climb safe, brave Oytsa. x

22.07.10 Shinders - good luck. You're bonkers. Great reason for doing it though. But you are bonkers. Did I say that...?

22.07.10 I consider this a ten pound penalty levied for the your/you're fiasco in the entry below, with my apologies. Lucky I remained anonymous...

22.07.10 well you skipped up Tryfan like a mountain goat. It's only, what, 15 Tryfans piled on top of each other and your at the top of Kilimanjaro...

12.07.10 Good luck. We are very proud of you(if not slightly concerned for your sanity and your fingers!!).Love Marc, Caroline, Florence and Matilda.

12.07.10 We are amazed and proud. Freya, Ashley, Georgia and Nathan

08.07.10 Go Amy! But make sure you come back! lol Hedli & Archers Addicts

06.07.10 Wow, I had no idea you were doing this. Fantastic. Good luck.

30.06.10

30.06.10 Good luck Shinders. You're a good egg. Come back safe. x

28.06.10 Good on you Amy! Wishing you every success.

24.06.10 Obviously climbing a mountain’s a tough mountain to climb, but if anyone can take on a challenge and win it’s you, Toots. I’ve seen you on the phone to British Gas. x

21.06.10 if i could bring baby in a backpack i'd join you..not! You are too hardcore for me now -am v v proud of you!xxx

20.06.10 Good luck x

20.06.10 Could there be a My Family Special in Ben and Susan climbing Kilimanjaro? They've done just about everything else. Good luck and God speed!

18.06.10 Well Done-all our Love Nicola & Family xx

17.06.10 I didn't know your mum Amy but if she produced you she must have been a wonderful woman and this is a fitting tribute. Good luck x x x x

17.06.10 Fantastic news about your climb. I'm sure you will find it a piece of cake, being the fitness queen that you are. Maybe you will even find material for a new sitcom? Best of luck, Eleanor xx

16.06.10

15.06.10 Please, please wear your mum's Miss Santa Barbara crown when you reach the summit. XXX

15.06.10 Can we have relevant storylines and scripts BEFORE you go, please? Good luck.

14.06.10 Darling Amy- Go for it! Your Mum will be with you all the way- Sue and Sunnyx

14.06.10 Ooh I'm jealous of your toned thighs already.

14.06.10 I wish I was coming with you - or perhaps I should say I wish I was brave enough to come with you. Good Luck. Well done.

12.06.10 Good to know that there is a mountain high enough.

12.06.10 Fully impressed, hope you raise a lot of money. Great cause you great girl. Good luck! xxxxx

11.06.10 Good luck Amy, what an adventure xxx

11.06.10 Good luck, Amy. I'll double it if you carry a billiard table on your back.

11.06.10 Amy - what a wonderful way to honour your Mum, her life and her inspirational work. I'm sure she'll be with you every step of the way and will be very proud....as will I! Good luck - you know and we all know you can do it! xxxxxx

11.06.10

11.06.10 ""Pole, pole" "magi, magi" - Swahili expressions that you will never forget. let's be honest: if I can do it - and do it again - you will be up and down like a gazelle x

11.06.10 Good luck and lots of love! x

11.06.10

11.06.10 Amy, best of luck with this great challenge.

11.06.10 We expect you to 'aggressively hornpipe' all the way to the summit!

11.06.10 Good luck for a tough challenge for a great cause.

10.06.10

10.06.10 I have seen you scampering up mountains at high altitude, without a problem in the world. Just promise me you will yodel or sing something from the "Sound of Music" when you reach the top. LoL Fix

10.06.10 For my little mountain goat. With love and awe.

04.06.10 Good luck Amy, what a challenge. But if Cheryl Cole & Gary Barlow can do it, so can you! What a wonderful thing to do in your Mum's memory, she sounds like an amazing woman (and of course she has a lovely name...) lots of love, Lynne xxx

£3,134.00

Running total

Target:
£3,500.00
Total raised incl. Gift Aid:
£3,669.87
Total donors:
46
Biggest donor:
Als
£100.00  
Last donor:
Kim 26.08.10  
Offline fundraising:
£1,074.00
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