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€ 205.00

Target : € 1,000.00
From 9 fantastic supporters DONATIONS AVAILABLE UNTIL 21 Aug 2018
Brian Desmond's Fundraising Page

Brian Desmond

Fundraising For Cancer Care West
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I'm doing Frances Thornton Memorial Galway Bay Swim to fundraise for Cancer Care West. Your support is very much appreciated.

I'm fortunate I have never lost a loved one to cancer...I know (of) several people who have...and was shocked to learn that every hour someone in Ireland dies from Cancer...It must affect so many loved ones...

I really felt the need to do something and being a former competitive swimmer... So I was equipped to go, to do my bit for Cancer Care West as well as the personal challenge. I'd never actually done it. So when I told my swim colleagues in ATLANTIC MASTERS, whom I also coach, I was 'politely told to go and do it'.

I've really relished the challenge of preparing for this task, thanks to my AM teammates, several of whom have done it a few times. And the glorious weather has made training so much more fun and enjoyable. Even brushing my hand off the white tentacles of a Lions Mane jellyfish has not deterred me.

On the morning of July 21st, making my way down to the start of the 13k swim across the bay I was thinking of many things. Not so much the 13k in front of me and the pain I would go through as this is nothing compared with the suffering of the many who will never get do do this swim, or never swim at all. These people and their loved ones are the real sufferers. I'm fortunate to have the opportunity to do something.

Thank you for taking the time to visit my fundraising page on iDonate.ie
 
I've chosen to fundraise for Cancer Care West . All funds raised here will go directly to this great cause.
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  • Pat Coakley

    Well done Brian

    Many thanks for your generous donation, Pat. Really appreciate!!!!!! And much needed. Hope the Lizard behaving himself since I had him last...not drinking too much I hope
    26-07-2018
    €50.00
    26
    Jul
    2018
  • Edel Jordan

    Well done Brian. Huge achievement and for a very good cause.

    Thanks Edel. thanks for your kind donation to CCW...much needed and appreciated. Keep up the good work in the pool/sea, I can tell you have many of the attributes of a good swimmer and in time they will surely come to the fore.
    24-07-2018
    €20.00
    24
    Jul
    2018
  • Breda Roberts

    Well done Brian

    22
    Jul
    2018
  • Summer & Lucy

    Good luck Brian!!!

    Thanks Summer and Lucy for your donation. Much needed and appreciated. You coming over to feed the dogs today
    22-07-2018
    €20.00
    21
    Jul
    2018
  • Aislinn & Caolan

    best of luck Brian we will be waiting for you to come in!

    Thanks Ash & Caplan. Much needed and appreciated. Yea can't wait to get started and see ye at BR
    21-07-2018
    €20.00
    20
    Jul
    2018
  • Tim Hernon

    best of luck!

    Thanks for your kind donation Tim. Much needed and appreciated
    21-07-2018
    €20.00
    20
    Jul
    2018
  • Pearse McGuigan

    Best of luck Brian with the swim.!

    Thanks Boss...thanks for your donation...much needed and appreciated now!
    19-07-2018
    €10.00
    19
    Jul
    2018
  • Grace Ryan

    €25.00
    15
    Jul
    2018
  • Evan and Aoife Preisler

    Thanks for your kind donation, Evan & Aoife. Was so good to see you Thurs eve and I really enjoyed, thanks...and best of luck on your lifelong adventure together. Ye both looked marvellous!!!
    15-07-2018
    €20.00
    15
    Jul
    2018

About the cause

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Cancer Care West is the west of Ireland cancer charity dedicated to supporting those whose lives have been affected by a cancer diagnosis. Our aim is to enhance patient care and well being and to provide supports to cancer patients and their families during and after their treatment.We aim to provide a holistic service that complements medical treatment through the provision of residential accommodation and cancer support services. Cancer Care West also provides cancer awareness and educational

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