One is a charity called Mary's Meals, that operates out of Scotland and aims to provide a healthy meal a day for impoverished children around the world so that they can go to school. www.marysmeals.org.uk You can donate to them directly through their website or through the following link www.justgiving.com/hoppyscycle-marysmeals. Many thanks.
THE FRIEND ANIMAL FOUNDATION
The second is a Foundation called The Friend Animal Foundation. This is a Trust set up by the late Mrs. Jean Friend that cares for abandoned animals in Zimbabwe, providing a home and livelihood for all sorts of abandoned animals.
I am unable to set up a 'justgiving' page as The Friend Foundation is not yet a Registered Charity in the UK, and I cannot set up a separate Paypal donate link because, as far as I am aware, you have to register with a credit/debit card for a Paypal account, and one card cannot do two accounts! I only have one card. So please use the 'Donate' link below under "Personal" to donate to The Friend Foundation - make sure you put FOR FRIENDS on your donation to distinguish it from a personal donation, and I will ensure that it is passed onto the Friend Foundation. So many thanks.
PERSONAL
I am hoping to raise $12 000 to get me to the starting blocks in Nashville. Month to month expenses will hopefully be covered by renting out my property, but any donations will be greatly appreciated, on the following link.
Here is a breakdown of what is still required: November 2011 and ongoing since.....!
The (x) represents items that I have decided not to buy - it will save me about $1000!!
Ortlieb Pannier Bags - rear $125.00 (x) Bought Carradice Panniers
Ortlieb Pannier Bags - front $119.00 (x) Bought Carradice Panniers
Tubus Rear Rack - Cargo $109.00 Bought
Tubus Front Rack - Ergo $95.00 Bought
Ortlieb Pannier Bags - front $119.00 (x) Bought Carradice Panniers
Tubus Rear Rack - Cargo $109.00 Bought
Tubus Front Rack - Ergo $95.00 Bought
Ortlieb Rack Pack $65.00 (x)
Ortlieb Xplorer Pack $57.00 (x)
Ortlieb Notebook Insert $30.00 (x)
Primus Omni Fuel Stove $157.00 (x)
Ortlieb GPS Cover $27.00 (x)
Ortlieb Folding Bucket $17.00
Katadyn Water Filter $56.00 (x)
Kateye Front Bike Light $54.00 (x)
Gorebikewear Helmet Cover $41.00 (x)
Ortlieb Repair Set $11.00 (x)
Nikwax Waterproof Spray $8.00 (x)
Leatherman Multi Tool $109.00
Pocket Shower $26.00 (x)
Thermal Blanket x 2 $24.00 (x)
Fuel Bottles x 2 $30.00
Kickstand $22.00 (Bought for £10.00)
Terra Nova Voyager Tent $492.00
Terra Nova Voyager Tent $492.00
Tyres (folding) x 3 $180.00
TOTAL $1854.00
From Endura UK - www.endura.co.uk
Waterproof Gloves £30.00 Specialised sub Zero - £39.00 (Bought)
Waterproof Overshoes £24.00 Bought
Merino Socks x 2 £30.00 (x)
Merino Socks Winter x 2 £20.00 Bought
Shark Glasses £30.00 Bought
Firefly Shorts x 2 £70.00 (x)
Flyte Jacket £100.00 Altura Nevis - £42.00 (Bought)
Merino Jersey £55.00 (x)
Venturi II Over Trousers £115.00 Altura Attack - £76.00 (Bought)
TOTAL £474.00
$711.00
From Ibex Wool - www.ibexwear.com
Ibex Wool Bike Shorts x 2 $220.00
Woollies Bottom $60.00 (x)
Indie Arm Warmer $45.00 (x)
Zepher Skull Cap $18.00 (x)
Balaclava $30.00 (x)
Leg Warmer $70.00 (x)
Knitty Gritty Fingerless Glove $18.00 (x)
El Fito Tight $160.00 (x)
Indie Short Sleeve Jersey $135.00 (x)
Glove Liner $25.00 (x)
TOTAL $718.00
From Campmor - www.campmor.com
Cycling Sandals $90.00
Ortleib Security Cables $11.00 (x)
Ortleib Outer Pocket x 2 $24.00 (x)
Ortlieb Water Bag $33.00 (x)
Ortlieb Shower Valve $4.00 (x)
BOB Ibex Cycle Trailer $359.00 (x)
TOTAL $431.00
From Powertraveller - www.powertraveller.co.uk
Solargorilla Solar Charger 24V £150.00
$225.00
From Over-board - www.overboard.co.uk
Waterproof Zoom lens Camera Case £20.00 (x)
Waterproof Laptop Case £35.00 (x)
Waterproof Ipod Case £25.00 (x)
Small Waterproof Phone Case £16.00 (x)
Waterproof Waist Pack £26.00 Bought
Waterproof Map Pouch £11.00 Bought
TOTAL £133.00
$200.00
Sundry
Bio Soap - Personal and Washing
Deo Cream
Hand and Face Wipes
Chamois
Silicone Sealer (x)
Cotton Tea Towel
Lighter/Matches
Duct Tape/Velcro/Rubber Straps
Trail Shoes
Bike Shoes (x)
TOTAL $350.00
Bike Spare Parts - Various outlets
Chains x 2
Tubes x 4
Front Chain Rings 53-39-32
Rear Cassette 9 Speed 11-34
Pump and Bracket
Puncture Repair Kits x 5
Ergon Grips GC3 (Bought - £43.00)
Jockey Wheels x 4
Cables x 4
Brake Pads x 6 pairs
Bike Mirror (x)
Saddle (Bought - £100.00)
Dry lube (Bought)
Cycle Computer Battery
TOTAL $500.00
Apple Store
Mac Book Air + Hard Drive $1800.00 (Bought - £999.00 or $1500.00)
Mac Super Drive External CD/DVD - $80
Mac Super Drive External CD/DVD - $80
Airfares
Africa to UK $1000.00 (Done and Paid for)
UK to Nashville $1000.00
TOTAL $2000.00
Initial Spending Money $2000.00
Staff Gratuities $800.00 (Paid)
GRAND TOTAL: US$11730.00
FOR SALE
I have the following item for sale:
Apple Mac Book Pro with i5 Core processor. Used: $1700 (Available for viewing at Techtools, Avondale, Harare).
Any donations and offers of sponsorship will be gladly appreciated.
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