Join Team 100 to make today count for our research

Becky Littler

On 29th February 2012 I will be joining the MDC Skydiving Team 100 and 'Making the Day Count' for my 5 year old Son who was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in 2009.  I want to raise funds and awareness to ensure that our dreams of finding viable treatments, and ultimately a cure are fulfilled soon. 

Our Son is a cheeky, happy little boy with a wicked sense of humour; a wonderful Son, big brother and friend, and he copes so well with what life has dealt him and we are so proud.

I will 'JUMP' out of a plane because at the moment he can't, and we will forever hold on to the hope that one day HE can - he dreams of being able to fly and wants to know how it feels - I guess skydiving is this closest I will get and can't wait to tell him (although I am quite scared!).  Help us to make dreams come true....

http://www.justgiving.com/Becky-Littler

Henstock Perry

Not only am I doing this for my step grandson Jack Plester and one of my best pals mark Reynolds brother David who sadly passed away on February 8 2012.But for all the other boys who has muscular dystrophy . This is a big one for me not only do I not like flying but also scared of major heights, so in for a penny in for a pound. Let's hope all 100 jumpers make enough money to make a difference. Good luck to you all on the day. Read more

Justine McAlister

A few weeks before Christmas we were sitting around the kitchen table when Seb, my eldest aged 10, volunteered a dream he had had the night before about the whole world being made of chocolate - the trees, houses, everything was made of chocolate.  "Cool!" said Nancy, who is 8. "I had a dream that I could fly over the tree tops and visit everyone." We sat in silence for a while, contemplating a chocolaty world of flying, when Benedict, my youngest at 5 piped up "I had a wonderful dream too."  "What did you dream, son?" I said.   "Mom, I dreamed I could run."

The truth is, Benedict can't run.  Nor can he jump for joy, or stamp his foot in frustration.  He can't climb stairs, or go down them.  And he falls down and bumps his head.  Often, Benedict has muscular dystrophy, a rare life limiting disease which causes the muscles in his body be very weak. That's why on 29 February this year I am going to jump out of a plane!  Read more

Debbie Jordan

I am doing this jump for my best friend Julie who was diagnosed with limb girdle muscular dystrophy about 10 years ago when she was in her early 30s. She is a true inspiration to not only me but many people around her since she remains upbeat and postive about life even although her condition has deteriorated significantly over the years. She goes regularly to the gym to keep her muscles ase fit as she can and she always joins in with things that her friends are doing (she even braved the crowds at Wembley last summer to see Take That!). She never lets her condition stop her from doing things that she wants to do and she always remains happy and cheerful however down she feels. I am therefore doing this jump to raise money for research into her condition and to give something back to her for all she has given me through being my friend.  

http://www.justgiving.com/debbiejordan64

Christine Weatherill

I am doing this in memory of my son, Adam, who died on the 22nd Dec 2010 aged 19. He packed a lot into those 19 years - and did lots of fundraising himself for MD. He had the most wicked sense of humour, was ultra intelligent, and had the biggest heart of anyone I know. We miss him terribly but he inspires me everyday. When I think of all the pain and obstacles that he overcame with his positive attitude and beautiful smile, i know that I must try to be as strong as he was. "Nothing loved was ever lost, and he was loved so much".

http://www.justgiving.com/christine-weatherill/

Charlotte Gazzard

I am doing this to help raise funds for the charity in memory of my Uncle and Godfather, Stephen Gazzard, who passed away on the December 1 2011. 

Stephen, who was diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, refused to let his disability prevent him from living a fulfilling life and actively choose to help and support others right up until his death.  It is this inspiration that is the driving force for me to carry on his legacy to help others.  I know Stephen was keen to support any developments or breakthroughs that could ease the suffering of the next generation of boys affected by this illness.

http://www.justgiving.com/charlottegazzard

Donna Sludds

I have decided to join the team 100 because my dad has muscular dystrophy. I haven't done anything for the charity for several years and decided that this year I would like to help with fundraising again. Doing a parachute jump is not something that Ii have ever thought about doing and can't actually believe that I am going to do one.

Seeing my dad get worse over the years has been a very hard thing for me and my family but if you knew my dad you would know that having Muscular dystrophy hasn't stopped him from enjoying life. My dad is the funniest most loving and caring man I know and would do anything for anyone, so dad I'm doing this for you xx

http://www.justgiving.com/Donna-Sludds

Lianne McAllan

I'm jumping in Northern Ireland. My fiance has myotubular myopathy and the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign has been a great support to him, so I'm jumping to raise awareness and so that they can keep doing the good work.

http://www.justgiving.com/Lianne-Mcallan

Daniel Melbye is the Online Manager at the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign. He said he decided to help fundraise for the charity because "it is a great charity that is doing a lot to help people. I work at the charity with all the people doing great things every day to help people affected by muscle wasting conditions. I wanted to do more and fundraising is crucial if we are to continue funding research." 

http://www.justgiving.com/arghhhhhh

Wilma Stewart is the Regional Care Adviser for the West of Scotland who provides vital support to families.  She said, "I had such a great time doing my first abseil a few months ago and was looking for my next challenge as soon as my feet touched the ground.  I'm very nervous and excited about doing the skydive and can't wait to get started on my fundraising.  I spend every working day with families who are affected by muscle disease and they are the ones who inspire me to do all I can for the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign."  Make a donation towards Wilma's jump

 Gavin Reeves was our 2011 Fundraiser of the Year. He joined Team 100 for his latest fundraising challenge.  Speaking about his latest fundraising event Gavin said, "I've run many miles to raise awareness and funds for the charity but I thought that jumping out of a plane from 10,000 feet was something a bit different. I know how important the work of the charity is and I would encourage everyone to sign up today and take part in this great event to help combat muscle disease."

Visit Gavin's fundraising page

Lianne Mcallan is fundraising for the charity because "my partner has muscular dystrophy and the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign has been of great support to us.  We decided to form a fundraising group in the Downpatrick area and at our first meeting the charity's Volunteer Fundraising Manager mentioned doing a skydive.  This is something I have always wanted to do although no doubt I may reconsider when I'm hanging out of an airplane at 10 000 feet".  Visit Lianne's Make Today Count fundraising page