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Prostate Cancer Research Foundation has two aims, the first to promote independent worldwide research into all aspects of prostate cancer; and the second to spread the crucial knowledge gathered from that research as far afield as possible, via internationally recognised Forum, attended by the world’s top prostate cancer experts. The Prostate Cancer Research Foundation is the home of the Bob Monkhouse ‘Give a few bob’ campaign www.giveafewbob.org
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The Great Drag Race First Eleven
Who are we?
We are a group of men who are living with prostate cancer, and we have decided to make an almighty song and dance about it.
Our names are Nigel Lewis-Baker, Rob Davies, Robert Banner, Bryan Herringshaw, Nigel Lewis-Baker, Mike Breakell, Stafford Scholes, Malcolm Potter, Hugh Gunn, Doug Gray and Paul Emmett.
What is The Great Drag Race?
The Great Drag Race is a spectacular new annual fundraising event that aims to radically increase the public's awareness of prostate cancer. We hope to persuade a thousand men of all shapes and sizes to descend on London, where they will each walk or run for 10.2km wearing a wig and a frock in order to drag the issue into the spotlight. That's one long stride for each of the 10,200 men lost to the disease each year.
Why is this necessary?
Prostate cancer kills almost as many men as breast cancer kills women, and yet 70% of us don’t even know what the prostate is. That's a shocking statistic.
Men are dying unnecessarily because they are unaware of the symptoms of prostate cancer, and because they are not aware of the risk factors involved. Experts agree that this is partly due to a lack of funding and media attention, and partly because men are not very good at talking about such delicate matters.
Why in drag?
The Great Drag Race will provide a platform for men to show that they have issues, too, even if they have to dress up as women to talk about them! Through the media attention generated, we will encourage men to carefully assess their risks of contracting prostate cancer, and we will do our best to get everybody talking about the subject so that men feel more comfortable bringing it up with their friends, family or doctor.
What's happening on June 19th?
The Great Drag Race will begin and end in London Fields on June 19th, and the entry rules are simple. All participants will be asked to raise some money for our prostate cancer charities via an online sponsorship page, and they will be required to wear flamboyant female clothing for the length of the route. It's that simple. We hope to raise thousands of pounds for the cause, and to set a new world record along the way.
The Great Drag Race is open to men of all ages and abilities. The distance is 10.2km, but we want the support of everyone brave enough to take part, even if they can only manage the final ten yards. To help celebrate our achievements, there will be celebrities, guest performances, and an after-party for all our participants and their friends and families.
How can you get involved?
If you are interested in taking part in The Great Drag Race, or helping us out in any way at all, please visit thegreatdragrace.org
If you would like to make a donation to our cause, please click on the "Donate now" button on the left of this page.
Through Virgin Money Giving, you can sponsor us and donations will be quickly processed and passed to the Prostate Cancer Research Foundation and the Prostate Cancer Support Federation. Virgin Money Giving is a not for profit organisation and will claim gift aid on a charity's behalf where the donor is eligible for this. We really appreciate all your support and thank you for any donations.
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Recent donors
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Jackie Calver £30.00 02.09.10 Well done Paul, you're a star ! From all your friends at Ican xxx |
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Anonymous £20.00 12.08.10 |
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John Wigley £203.00 (+ £57.26 giftaid) 09.08.10 I have raised this money through my own sponsorship as I took part in the DRAG race but Hugh and I heave been friends since the age of about 11 or 12 and it is him that I support in his fight against Prostate cancer |
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David and Barbara £50.00 (+ £14.10 giftaid) 12.07.10 Well done demure No. 3! |
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Mark Nelson £30.00 (+ £8.46 giftaid) 07.07.10 Congratulations on your achievement for such a worthy cause. From Sue's friend and colleague, Mark |
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Anonymous £100.00 (+ £28.21 giftaid) 03.07.10 From yours and Sue's friends at Glazpart: Karen, Agnies, Vicky, Keith , Lesley, Alec, David R, Adam, Mickey, Darren, Dan, Georgie, Ali WELL DONE |
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Hugh Gunn £240.00 (+ £67.69 giftaid) 02.07.10 Hi Guys, we did it! What a team! |
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Brian & Dorothy £10.00 (+ £2.82 giftaid) 01.07.10 You deserve everything Doug for having the cohones to get involved. |
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Bob L £20.00 (+ £5.64 giftaid) 22.06.10 Graet effort Doug - sorry I couldn't get there on the day |
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Anonymous £20.00 (+ £5.64 giftaid) 21.06.10 |
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Racheal Ireton £10.00 (+ £2.82 giftaid) 21.06.10 I missed it but hopefully can still donate!!! CONGRATULATIONS XXXX |
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Peter and Tricia £445.00 (+ £125.51 giftaid) 21.06.10 Well done to all you guys. We'll match your donation. Bet you never thought your entry to the Guinness book of records would be like this :) x Peter and Tricia |
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David Plant £50.00 (+ £14.10 giftaid) 21.06.10 Well done Doug and team. Sorry I couldn't take part. However, I will keep my eyes open for a fetching outfit for next year. |
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Ros Ponder £20.00 (+ £5.64 giftaid) 19.06.10 A fantastic idea for a very worthy cause. Great work guys! |
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Kerry & Debbie £20.00 (+ £5.64 giftaid) 19.06.10 Have a great day out, don't fall off your high heels. Best Wishes to you all. |
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Cina-Marie Russen (Emmett) £20.00 (+ £5.64 giftaid) 19.06.10 For Dad Paul Emmett (our hero) and all the other men...from Cina James and the grandchildren We love you so much. xxxx |
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Adam £30.00 (+ £8.46 giftaid) 19.06.10 All the very best today Uncle Doug, sorry I can't be there today to run. Adam |
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Anonymous £20.00 (+ £5.64 giftaid) 18.06.10 good luck for tomorrow Doug Lots of love Andy, Irene and Lauren xx |
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caroline £50.00 (+ £14.10 giftaid) 18.06.10 See you tomorrow |
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Anonymous £10.00 (+ £2.82 giftaid) 18.06.10 Enjoy the day and hope its a huge success. Tricia x |
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David Laud £10.00 (+ £2.82 giftaid) 18.06.10 Go for it lads (er, lasses!!). Good luck to all of you. |
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sarah williams £10.00 (+ £2.82 giftaid) 17.06.10 all the best...from sarah(cina's friend) x |
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Catriona £40.00 (+ £11.28 giftaid) 17.06.10 good luck from Cat, family and friends |
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Joanna Gamester £20.00 (+ £5.64 giftaid) 17.06.10 I know you were only looking for an excuse!!! Well done, Mike. |
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Andy Lobban £10.00 (+ £2.82 giftaid) 17.06.10 Good Luck |
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Penny £50.00 (+ £14.10 giftaid) 17.06.10 Good luck Nigel. Wish I could look as glamorous as you do! Will send more if you do the 10 km in high heels. With love |
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Neil & Claire Payne £10.00 16.06.10 Good luck Hugh, Neil is sorry he can't join you!?!? Will be thinking of you on the day. God bless. Claire, Neil & family Payne xx |
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KARL JORDAN £10.00 (+ £2.82 giftaid) 16.06.10 Good luck Malcolm |
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Dave Pocknell £20.00 (+ £5.64 giftaid) 16.06.10 Good luck |
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Sue Young £25.00 15.06.10 Good luck on the race to you and all the other wonderful runners - hope the clothes and the wigs (!!) aren't too uncomfortable. |
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Anonymous £50.00 15.06.10 Malcolm, you look lovely. |
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Anonymous £20.00 (+ £5.64 giftaid) 15.06.10 Good luck and try to make those legs walk PAST the pubs on route |
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the potters £10.00 (+ £2.82 giftaid) 15.06.10 this will help |
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Ken Oborne £50.00 (+ £14.10 giftaid) 15.06.10 Good luck Doug. Such a worthwhile cause. Sorry I won't be able to participate. |
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malcolm potter £50.00 (+ £14.10 giftaid) 14.06.10 in anticipation of what i will collect from my french colleagues |
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the potters £25.00 (+ £7.05 giftaid) 14.06.10 go get them malc elaine maureen mat +del boy |
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Alan & Jenny Hill £50.00 (+ £14.10 giftaid) 13.06.10 Wish we were with you Doug go for it and you will make it happen. |
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Anonymous £50.00 (+ £14.10 giftaid) 12.06.10 |
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Charlotte Etheridge £10.00 (+ £2.82 giftaid) 12.06.10 To Paul and Kath, Good Luck! Charlotte |
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Stuart & Heather Jones £10.00 (+ £2.82 giftaid) 10.06.10 Good Luck Doug & team - we'll be there on the day to cheer you all on!! |
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Vicky, Rob and Georgina £50.00 (+ £14.10 giftaid) 09.06.10 You're an inspiration! Hope you have a wonderful time. Xxx |
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Anonymous £30.00 (+ £8.46 giftaid) 09.06.10 from the Barber. Savino, will see you next time you need as you need a haircut even after today! I could not work on rubbish. |
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Anonymous £20.00 (+ £5.64 giftaid) 09.06.10 |
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Chris £10.00 (+ £2.82 giftaid) 08.06.10 Well done folks! I wish I lived closer so that I could run with ya! |
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Robin King £20.00 (+ £5.64 giftaid) 08.06.10 Paul - you can borrow my mon - fri **** for the day! hope you have a good one. Robin |
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The McDermott Swan Clan x £30.00 (+ £8.46 giftaid) 07.06.10 cant wait to see Scarlet Ohairy in action ! we will do all that we can to be there and cheer you on xxx love Suzanne Duncan Matt & Cameron |
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Anonymous £50.00 (+ £14.10 giftaid) 02.06.10 Good luck Doug see you there love Dom,Ola &Zosia |
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rowena mutton £5.00 (+ £1.41 giftaid) 01.06.10 Best of luck for the drag race and for your personal battle. |
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Chris and Elsie £20.00 01.06.10 Good Luck |
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Isobel £20.00 (+ £5.64 giftaid) 01.06.10 Good luck, Hugh. Don't forget the stilettos! |
Running total
- Target:
- £10,000.00
- Total raised incl. Gift Aid:
- £3,949.69
- Total donors:
- 78
- Biggest donor:
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Peter and Tricia
£445.00 - Last donor:
- Jackie Calver 02.09.10
- Offline fundraising:
- £0.00
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