
Hope Challenge
- By: Graham Parker
- Short URL: https://archive.backabuddy.co.za/graham-runs-for-rainbows-and-smiles
- Date Created: 31 May 2021
Personal message
I run, not because I have anywhere to go, not to win anything, and not for anyone else.I run because I have been given the ability to do so and blessed with a body that can.
As I take on the Comrades Marathon Hope Challenge, I am mindful of those little humans fighting their cancer, who would give anything to run, to be out in the fresh air with the sun on their face, taking it all in and I take on this challenge for them.
I am not known for being the smartest person when it comes to taking on things bigger than myself – I often do not train enough and do things just because someone said, let us do that, but I am known for being someone who will give absolutely everything to make sure I get it done, not letting myself or those who support me down, ever. I participate with my heart, not just my body.
I have given myself a proper task this time around, but I aim to reach both the kilometers needed and my target by the 13th of June, giving myself just 12 days and some hours. I do this all for Rainbows and Smiles and for the children and families who need our help – I say our because we could not any of what we do without you.
"You must do the thing you think you cannot do". – Eleanor Roosevelt
Donations
- Jun 17, 2021 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "Love your work... keep it up!" - Mons
- Jun 15, 2021 - R 200.00 Fees covered
- "Almost there!" - Liz Nelson
- Jun 14, 2021 - R 300.00
- "Such an inspiration!" - Ilona B
- Jun 14, 2021 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
- "Big respect to you G man for the wonderful work you do for such a deserving cause. " - Curtis Read
- Jun 13, 2021 - R 200.00
- "You are such an inspiration G. " - The da Silvas
- Jun 11, 2021 - R 3 300.00
- "Don’t walk!!" - Brandts and Heidi
- Jun 10, 2021 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "Smash it G " - Wayne
- Jun 10, 2021 - R 200.00 Fees covered
- "You got this G!!! " - Nikki K
- Jun 07, 2021 - R 1 060.00 Fees covered
- "We’ve got your back!" - Tracey, Denise, Jen
- Jun 07, 2021 - R 250.00 Fees covered
- "All the best!" - Anéle Jones
- Jun 07, 2021 - R 100.00 Fees covered
- "You can do this G Man" - Craig Bannan
- Jun 07, 2021 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
- "Thanks for all you do G!" - Gabs
- Jun 07, 2021 - R 250.00
- "You are one in a million sir!" - Lauren
- Jun 06, 2021 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "Keep smashing it out there. We are proud of you. " - Callaghan’s
- Jun 06, 2021 - USD $ 15.76 Fees covered
- "Always thinking and doing for others g. I know you will smash this!" - Glynis Mauldon
- Jun 06, 2021 - R 200.00
- "All the best, I have no doubt that you will smash it!" - Paula
- Jun 06, 2021 - R 250.00 Fees covered
- "You’ve got this Grumpy" - Gabs and Annamarie
- Jun 06, 2021 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "Go Graham! You can do it!" - Rene K
- Jun 06, 2021 - R 100.00 Fees covered
- "You are a true inspiration, the work you do for these kids amazing! Run well. Andrea" - Andrea
- Jun 06, 2021 - R 250.00 Fees covered
- "You've got a heart of gold" - Kate
- Jun 04, 2021 - R 200.00
- "Love your work G - inspirational indeed!" - The Martins Familia
- Jun 02, 2021 - R 309.00
- "Good luck G, amazing what you do for these little angels. " - Kirsten Stark
- Jun 02, 2021 - R 250.00 Fees covered
- "You are one in a million sir!" - Lauren
- Jun 01, 2021 - USD $ 38.52 Fees covered
- "Good luck, you've got this! " - Sue de Kock
- Jun 01, 2021 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "Good luck for the challenge. It will be worth it, you are doing a great job for these kids." - Robyn Armfield
- May 31, 2021 - R 300.00 Fees covered
- "For all of the rainbows and smiles." - Leigh Moulder
- May 31, 2021 - R 100.00 Fees covered
- "Keep running my brother you are an inspiration. " - Ricardo Goncalves
- May 31, 2021 - R 300.00 Fees covered
- "From me and the boys xx " - Tasmyn
- May 31, 2021 - R 1 000.00
- "Run for the little ones " - Anonymous
- May 31, 2021 - R 200.00 Fees covered
- "Good luck Mr Parker! Smash those kms! " - Bron
- May 31, 2021 - R 100.00
- "Run like the wind G! I know the iron leg will help you" - Natasha Arvanitis
- May 31, 2021 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
- "Sending lots of love" - Annamarie
- May 31, 2021 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
- "Sending Lots of Love, Light, Hope and Positive Energy to those Little Souls and Smiles who need it Most. " - Frooti
- May 31, 2021 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "Good luck and bless you for everything you do for that charity. " - Michelle
- May 31, 2021 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
- "Best of luck G! " - Deborah Teixeira
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Rainbows and Smiles Foundation

The mission of Rainbows and Smiles is to provide emotional, social and financial support to families and caregivers in need when a child or children of that family is diagnosed with a life threatening illness such as cancer. In addition, Rainbows and Smiles encourage childhood cancer awareness to educate in the hope of promoting early detection.
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