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Inness Grant Cycles for C4C
Innes first became interested in in fundraising for Cash for Commandos after his nephew stood on a mine in Afghanistan. Innes cycled unsupported from Barra to the Butt of Lewis in what he described as “not ideal weather.” Innes successfully cycled from Ballachulish to the Butt of Lewis via Oban and Barra covering approximately 200 miles and raising not only funds but our profile as well!
Innes is an inspiration to all who aim to help our injured troops.
Marines hopefuls climb Ben Nevis for C4C
Two young men hoping to be future Royal Marines climbed Ben Nevis recently in aid of the charity. Jordan & Liam made the conscious effort of doing something in the name of Cash for Commandos as one day it could be their brothers in arms who need our assistance. Here's their story...
The day started with the 7am bus to Fort William. Arriving 3 hours later they warmed up with a 3km walk to the visitor centre. The climb was quite challenging at first due to the steepness and rocks that were prone to wobble when you stepped on them but they got halfway before the path levelled out somewhat. The rocky path zig-zagged up the mountain with snow covering some parts of it and they met various groups coming down saying they couldn't make it to the top but they soldiered on eventually summitting in around 3 and a half hours. After stopping briefly to take in the views from the peak they soon made their way back down, running most of it, taking another 2 hours. At the bottom thirr was long and painful 3km walk back to Fort William.
The boys later commented, "It was a good day out, very challenging and there was no better way to top it off knowing we have raised a couple of hundred pounds for lads that really need it."
Verity's C4C Themed Birthday Party
Verity Wright (pictured) celebrated her 30th birthday World War 2 style on behalf of Cash for Commandos. Along with friends and family Verity raised money for Cash for Commandos during her themed 30th birthday party. Cash for commandos would like to thank Verity and all who helped with her birthday fundraiser.
Run David, Run
David Martin is an ex-Royal Marine and his endeavour for C4C is on-going. David has supported Cash for Commandos amazingly over the past year and continues to do so by taking part in all types of running events across the country such as marathons, half marathons and most recently, Mens Health Survival of the Fittest event.
David has more running events in the near future so please support him and Cash for Commandos by visiting his Just Giving page www.justgiving.com/davidmartinc4c and why not run alongside David and other Cash for Commando supporters for the Great Scottish Run, for more details contact us.
From all at C4C thanks David and keep up the good work!
Sally Buxton Psychic Night
Cash for Commandos held their first ever Psychic Night with Sally Buxton and Margaret Dreyer recently. The event took place at The Station Hotel in Ayr on Tuesday 22nd March and was attended by a large audience. Overall the evening was a huge success and the charity was able to raise a lot of funds.
Francis John River Ayr Walk
Fiona Morrison (pictured wearing green) of Francis John hairdressers along with some family and friends arranged and completed a sponsored walk in aide of Cash for Commandos.
The girls who undertook the sponsored walk in November braved typical Scottish weather conditions walking approx fifteen miles. The girls are pictured post walk enjoying some well earned food, drink and warmth at the Stair Inn! The girls raised an amazing amount for the charity and from all at Cash for Commandos a big thank you and well done!!!
Carol Bradley Edinburgh Kilomathon
Carol Bradley entered and successfully completed the Edinburgh Kilomathon (26km) in October. Carol decided to kindly choose Cash For Commandos to fundraise for whilst participating in this event. All at Cash For Commandos would like to say well done and thank you to Carol for her hard work and support!
