Lisa Funnell - Toronto Marathon

Created by Lisa Funnell 13th April 2010 This event has closed

Story

I am taking part in the Toronto marathon in Canada on the 17th October 2010. I am running this marathon for my beautiful baby niece, Ella. Ella sadly died on December 15th 2009 from Meningitis, she was only 18 days old. My aim in running this event is to try and raise as much money as I possibly can for Meningitis UK and the 'Search 4 A Vaccine' campaign. The campaign aims to raise 7 million pounds to help fund research to develop a vaccine against Meningitis B, for which there is currently no vaccine. I am taking on this challenge for Ella in the hope that one day enough money can be raised to eradicate this cruel and unjust disease. I would appreciate any support that you can give me no matter how small. Simon, Lucie, Toby and Mia... I will do you all proud and I will not give up until that finish line is well and truly crossed. Ella, I will be thinking of you every step of the way. Thank you so so much in advance for your support. Lisaxxx

Updates

From Carmen

11th October 2010
Lisa, Have fun and good luck with the run. I know you are being well supported by Karen being there.

Thank You!

10th August 2010
Thank you all so so much for the support that you all have shown me. It is so heartwarming that you all believe in me and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping me raise money in Ella's memory xxxxx

From Gary

10th May 2010
Lisa I haven't forgotten to sponsor you!

From Damaris Bateson

23rd April 2010
Hi Lisa, I know I'm not related and I'm only Jess' best friend but you are amazing and I'm sure you will do everyone proud! I will donate some money soon. Good Luck Lisa xxxx Marii

From Elaine Gunn

13th April 2010
Hi Lisa, I know you can do it! And hopefully will be there to support you through it! Good luck luvvie, Lainey xxxxx