England and Wales
The Foundation's fundraising team in England and Wales is happy to help organise and promote your fundraising events across the country.
If you would like advice about how to get started with an event of your own, to support us in one of the events listed below, or want to make use of our local knowledge, let us know and we'll be happy to help you out.
The charity funds research to prevent meningitis and septicaemia, and to improve survival rates and outcomes. The Foundation promotes education and awareness to reduce death and disability, and gives support to people affected.
Meningitis Research Foundation
Midland Way
Thornbury
Bristol
BS35 2BS
Tel: 01454 281814
fundraising@meningitis.org
May 18 - BUPA Great Manchester Run
Join Marvin the Monster, Meningitis Research Foundation's charity mascot at the BUPA Great Manchester Run on Sunday 20 May and help beat meningitis and septicaemia.
The BUPA Great Manchester Run is a 10K race that is perfect for first timers and fun runners. The run is increasing in popularity year on year, so 2008 promises to be a good one!
We have guaranteed places available and we also welcome applications from runners with their own place. Please note that our charity places are allocated on a first come, first served basis so book early to avoid disappointment.
For more information and an application form please call Ian Beningfield on 01454 281814, email run@meningitis.org or register on line here
May 26 - The Bupa London 10,000
This 10k is open to all-comers and the Foundation has a number of places up for grabs. If you'd like to run for the Foundation, then Claire would love to hear from you on 01454 281814 or email her at clairej@meningitis.org
June 29 - Guildford Bikeathon
A choice of routes for riders of all standards. Individuals, groups and firm's teams all welcome. Starting and finishing at Bushy Hill School, Merrow, it's £6 in advance for adults and £2 for juniors aged between 8 and 13 and everyone gets a free t-shirt on the day.
For an entry form phone the Bikeathon on 01483 573814 or log on to www.guildford-chantries.org.uk
July 5 - LAD Cricket Match
In memory of Louie Arthur Doyle who died of Group A streptococcal meningitis and septicaemia aged just 15 months in April 2006.
Starting at 11am, this all day event will be held at Veralum Park in St Albans. Tickets are £10 per adult or £25 per family which will include food and drink. As well as the cricket there will also be a raffle and an auction. For tickets contact Dawn Marsh on 07793 882027.
All year round
Can you help the Foundation out by taking part in a street, supermarket or house-to-house collection in your area? If you can help, please contact Claire on 01454 280416 or by email at clairej@meningitis.org
Page last updated 31.03.07