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Category Archives: Fundraising
Orbit abseil fundraiser
Today I took a big leap to raise £1070 for aniridia. I abseiled 80 metres (262 feet) down the Orbit Tower in London. It was organised by Moorfields Eye Charity, and I was very keen to take on the challenge. … Continue reading
500km Bike Ride Fundraiser
Cyclist Matt Hill took on his biggest challenge yet in aid of the Aniridia Network – riding 500km in a single day! That’s 100km further than the ride he completed for us last year. On Saturday 16th June, Matt cycled across … Continue reading
Half Marathon Fundraiser
Katja Lumezi’s daughter Tina was born with aniridia, and from the moment she was diagnosed they have received “immensely valuable” support from the Aniridia Network and Moorfields Eye Hospital. To show their gratitude, Katja ran the Hackney Half Marathon on … Continue reading
Clear out raises over £35
Like everyone, we’ve got stuff in the house we don’t really need. So as part of a neighbourhood event we held a jumble sale in front of our house. The proceeds were split between our two favourite charities. Once we … Continue reading
1,000 Miles in 200 Days Fundraiser
Laura Cartmill has aniridia and autism, which naturally presents challenges for her everyday life. But she hasn’t let her impairments get in the way of her ambition to achieve and inspire. For example, she plays football at the Torquay United … Continue reading
Boxing Fundraiser for ANUK
David Simpson has taken part in the Judgement Day charity boxing contest at the York Hall arena in Bethnal Green, London. The event itself was raising money for Action for Children, but each boxer could also raise money for the charity … Continue reading
400km in 1 day fundraising bike ride
Matt rode his bike 408 miles from London to Worcestershire and back again, in one day to raise money for Aniridia Network UK. He set out at sunrise and rode as the temperature soared to 40°C. He retuned 15 hours … Continue reading
Golden wedding celebration fundraises £95
Being married for 50 years is an achievement. This is the milestone that my parents achieved in March this year. My father has aniridia (as to the best of our knowledge did his father), as did his brother. When my … Continue reading
Kids complete Mini Great North Run in aid of aniridia
Four children, one with aniridia took part in this years Mini Great North Run to raise funds for us. Their generous sponsors gave £525 via JustGiving plus a £100 cheque, for them completing the 1.5 kilometre challenge which is open to 3 … Continue reading
School girl bakes buns in aid of friend’s aniridia
By Natasha My daughter has aniridia. A girl at her school, not much older than Violet held a bun sale to raise money for a charity of my daughter’s choice. The girl arranged it all by herself, made all the posters to … Continue reading
