Stuart's Goal

Our good friend Stuart has Metastasis Myxoid Liposarcoma, it is in a band of cancers called sarcomas. It is a rare cancer of connective tissues, generally it affects adults between the ages of 40-60, Stuart is only 30. There is currently no treatment available for Stuart in the UK, if we can't find a way to treat the cancer doctors say he only has 18 months left to live. Stuart can survive, we have a plan and that’s where we need your support...



There is a glimmer of hope and this is sending Stuart to the USA (Washington State) to take part in a clinical trial under the guidance of Dr. Seth Pollack, so he can receive a vaccine that has been specifically designed to fight the damaged cells. With this treatment he has a much greater chance of survival. The treatment will cost £150,000 and this is not covered by any kind of insurance. There is no other kind of treatment available in the world for someone in Stuart's condition.

Stuart in the press:

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2956924/Personal-trainer-30-rare-form-cancer-mistaken-pulled-MUSCLE-given-just-18-months-live.html

http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/doctors-misdiagnosed-cancer-pulled-muscle-5176007

http://www.theladbible.com/articles/mates-of-lad-with-terminal-cancer-are-doing-a-series-of-gruelling-challenges-to-raise-money-for-potentially-life-saving-treatment

http://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/health/cancer-man-race-against-time-8654958

Stu is an awesome guy and has helped to change many people's lives during his career as a much loved Personal Trainer. We would really like to help him out in his time of need.

We will be participating in a number of sponsored challenges, please show your support!

You can also follow Stu's progress on Facebook

http://www.facebook.com/fundraisingforStu

Upcoming Events and Challenges


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TBC Sept 2015  BBBB Cycle Ride
Barnes (London) to Brighton Boris Bike Challenge

Yes a group of unfit cyclists will attempt this perilous journey on the 23kg tank of a road bike  

Further details TBC - Watch this space

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A team of Stuartsgoal members will be running on
7th June - see

http://www.thecolorrun.co.uk/London


Bring your kids as its only 5k.  It’s really fun!!   Send your donations to this site.  Thank you!

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18 October 2015 Running for Stu-The Great Birmingham Run
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On the 18th October Andy Thurstance will be running the Birmingham Half Marathon for Stu

http://www.greatrun.org/great-birmingham-run

Please sponsor Andy.

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Other things you can do to help - THANKYOU!!
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Search for Stu:

Change your home page to http://stuartbrookes.easysearch.org.uk/ and conduct all web searches from here. Stuart gets 50% of advertising revenue when you click on sponsored links!

Shop for Stu:

Sign up and shop through here http://m.easyfundraising.org.uk/cause/stuartbrookes/ donations are made everytime you shop.

Completed Challenges:

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COMPLETE - Thanks and well done
7 Jun 2015 Run with Colour for Stu!
A 5K Fun run with a colourful difference
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A team of Stuartsgoal members will be running on
7th June - see

http://www.thecolorrun.co.uk/London


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COMPLETE - This raised £2150  THANKS !!
5 June 2015 Tennis for Stu - MIXED DOUBLES
TENNIS TOURNAMENT &  EVENING ENTERTAINMENT
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QUEENS CLUB vs ROEHAMPTON CLUB vs CHISWICK RIVERSIDE CLUB


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COMPLETE -  This raised £5000!!  THANKS

10 May 2015  Replay the of the FIRST EVER
official game of Association Football !!
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At 2.30pm at Barn Elms Sports Trust Playing Fields, London SW13

Re-run of the first game in 1863 between Barnes XI vs Richmond XI

All Welcome.  Bring the family - bouncy castle, snack and refreshments

See http://www.stuartsgoal.com/football.pdf for more details


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26 April 2015 Movie for Stu 
Complete -  This raised £2000 THANK YOU!
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Watch "Raiders of the Lost Ark" with your children at the state of the art Olympic Cinema, Barnes, London SW13.  All money raised to Stu's fund.  


03 April 2015 Snipping for Stu-

Devoted metal head Stephen Owen has promised to lose his prized locks in exchange for donations towards Stu's treatment. Steve O has kept his hair at it's current length for many years and will be spending the next few months with a cold neck after the big chop!

Complete!

Challenge 1 - Suffering for Stu

On 7th March 2015, Rich, Rita, Dave and Gaff.

www.thesufferingrace.co.uk

Complete!

Challenge 2 - Strolling for Stu

Also on 7th March, Jon, Jaymz & Kayleigh (28miles). 38 mile route along the Worcester and Birmingham canal.

Complete!

Challenge 3 - Scrambling for Stu

On 21st March 2015, Greg Watkins will be taking on The Scramble 15K Motorcross Terrain Obstacle Course Race.

Complete!

Http://Mud.themilkrun.net

Challenge 4 - Running for Stu

On 28th March 2015, Kayleigh will be running the Strong Viking obstacle run Mud edition - Beast in Nijmegen, Netherlands in aid of the cause.

http://youtu.be/z4kEn7aDuos

Complete!

Challenge 5 - Cycling for Stu

On 5th April Dave will be competing The Just Ride: Easter Epic Sportive in Worcester. The course is a leg wobbling 133km long! Last year Dave was injured when a car knocked him over on his bike so this is no mean feat! Good luck to Dave and don't forget to sponsor!

Complete!

2 May 2015 Glowing fo Stu

On 2nd May a team will be running The Blacklight Run at Cheltenham Racecourse in aid of Stu. For anyone wishing to join - our team name is: Glowing for Stu

Thanks!