Victoria Burton

500miles for Chris

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In memory of Chris Hume
500 miles

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We help people with disabilities in Africa to get artificial limbs and limb supports

Story

Chris was always determined to make the most of every opportunity sent his way. Following his operation in February 2007, the support available couldn't be faulted. We always felt lucky to live in a place where such amazing opportunities are readily available.

500 miles is a charity aiming to support amputees and people with other disabilities in parts of the world where people are less fortunate. If other people can benefit from such support in even a fraction of the way that Chris was able to then we are doing some good.

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On Sunday 30th May 2010 a group of our close friends walked a very hilly 20 miles each, to collectively walk 500 miles of the Sussex Coast. Thank you to everyone who took part, everyone who supported us with donations of equipment, food, T-Shirts and design and to everyone who sponsored us and helped to raise an amazing £5069 so far! Find out more at www.500miles.co.uk

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On 27th November 2011 my Mum, Brenda Graham, turned 60 (!) and in place of any gifts for herself she has asked friends and family to kindly donate to 500 miles instead. Thank you to everyone who has contributed and raised over another £500!

Thank you and lots of love,

George

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About the charity

500 miles

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500 miles aims to support the delivery of prosthetic and orthotic services and surgery which promotes mobility and function for amputees and other disabled people in Malawi and Zambia. Prostheses are devices which substitute for body parts which are missing and orthoses are devices, like splints, which support body parts which are present but which are weak or do not function properly. 500 miles helps people to access and afford prosthetic, orthotic and surgical services today - but, through training and education, it is also trying to develop the future capacity of these services in Malawi and Zambia. Visit www.500miles.co.uk for more information.

Donation summary

Total raised
£9,425.15
+ £2,254.01 Gift Aid
Online donations
£9,010.15
Offline donations
£415.00

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