Cornmell Family Takes on 2.6 Challenge for Cardiac Risk in the Young’s 25th Anniversary
The Herts Advertiser, 29th April 2020 The postponement of the London Marathon has prompted the Cornmell family of St. Albans to take on the 2.6 challenge for Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY). Based on the distance of the marathon, the challenge sees the family doing a range of activities including running 2.6 miles to holding
Sue and David Hughes Raise Almost £1000 in One Day for the NHS in Memory of Their Son Daniel
Stoke on Trent Live, 20th April 2020 Lockdown measures have not stopped Sue and David from tirelessly fundraising for good causes. Despite having to stay indoors, the couple has found innovative ways to support charity. Over five years ago, they tragically lost their son Daniel to an undiagnosed heart condition and since then have be staunch
Maisy’s Haircut For CRY
Cranleigh Prep School are so impressed with Maisy (a Form 6 pupil) who, after cutting 14 inches off her hair, has raised over £500 for her Upper School charity, CRY. Even the hairdressers being shut did not deter Maisy from her determination to do this very thoughtful gesture. Instead, her mother cut her hair! She raised
Vu Vo to Take On London Marathon for CRY in Memory of Best Friend Simon Sin
Newham Recorder, 24th March 2020 Vu was inspired to take up the challenge following the death of his best friend, Simon who passed away in 2018 at the age of just 35 of a sudden cardiac arrest. Vu tells the story: “I remember clearly being over at Simon’s house, my oldest and best friend since childhood.
Rhyl Fundraising Memorial Bike Ride for CRY Cancelled Due to Covid 19
Rhyl, Prestatyn & Abergele Journal, 20th March 2020 This coming Saturday, more than 35 cyclists were meant to come together in Rhyl for a bike ride in memory of Alex Jones, a young cyclist who passed away a year ago due to an undiagnosed heart condition while on the course. The memorial ride was also intended
David McGrath Ran Lancaster Marathon in Memory of Son Phil and Raised £4,625 for Cardiac Risk in the Young
I completed my Marathon challenge on Sunday. It was an emotional day. The organiser of the race was aware of my circumstances and made an announcement before the start of the race. It was hard work having to do the 6.2 mile on my own before the start of the 20 mile race [agreed with organiser
Charlotte Luckett Takes On 12 Marathons for CRY in Memory of Her Brother Martyn
North Devon Gazette, 18th March 2020 Charlotte’s younger brother, Martyn, suddenly passed away of an undiagnosed heart condition in 2005 at the age of just 19. Since then, Charlotte and her family have been working hard to raise funds and awareness for Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) so that potentially life saving heart screenings can
Police Duo to Take On 2,500 Mile Bike Ride to Gibraltar in Support of CRY
Isle of Wight County Press, 16th March 2020 Police constable Adam Hinkley and his retired colleague Kate Fowles are to take part in a charity motorbike ride to the Rock of Gibraltar in order to raise money for two charities; Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) and The Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust (EMCT). The journey of
Family’s Efforts Help CRY Purchase £25k Van in Memory of Daniel Hughes
Stoke on Trent Live, 14th March 2020 Thanks to the fundraising efforts of the Hughes family, Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) now has a new van and the capacity to screen 50,000 more young people. Five years ago, Sue and David Hughes lost their 28 year old son, Daniel, to an undiagnosed heart condition. Since
Family Organises Fundraising Bike Ride in Memory of Anthony Talbot
Lancashire Post, 12th March 2020 Anthony Talbot was 48 years old when he passed away after suffering a cardiac arrest at work. He had known he had a heart condition called cardiomyopathy but was told it was mild. Now, his family has planned four day, 350 mile, fundraising bike ride from Preston to Ireland in order
Kirsty Jones to Run London Marathon for CRY in Memory of Friend
Northamptonshire Telegraph, 12th March 2020 Kirsty will be running to support Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) in memory of a university friend who passed away at just 21 years old due to an undiagnosed heart condition. “This is definitely going to be my biggest challenge yet,” Kirsty said. “But after nine years of trying to
Heartfelt Group in Preston
The Heartfelt Group continues to raise awareness of CRY throughout the area. Ann Coles and Sheila Wiggins have visited The Sea Cadets and Preston College to inform young people of the local Heart Screenings for which we raise funds. They also visited Airforce Cadets and Preston Harriers running group. We have produced a collection jar which
Family Fundraises for Potentially Life Saving Heart Screenings in Memory of Son Aaron Dixon
Northwich Guardian, 7th August 2015 Aaron Dixon passed away at only 23 years old due to an undiagnosed heart condition called arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy. Since his tragic death in 2011, his family have worked hard to prevent other families from suffering the loss they have, fundraising for Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) to provide
Deborah Dixon Named Granada’s Fundraiser of the Year for Her Work in Support of CRY
ITV News, 8th October 2019 From amongst many amazing fundraisers from the region, Debbie Dixon was awarded Granada’s Fundraiser of the Year for her work in support of Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) in memory of her son Aaron. She was interviewed by Pride of Britain reporter Victoria Grimes after hearing the good news of
Deborah Dixon Awarded for CRY Fundraising in Memory of Son Aaron
Cheshire Life, 1st December 2019 Since losing her 23 year old son Aaron to an undiagnosed heart defect in 2011 Deborah Dixon has raised more £250,000 for charity Cardiac Risk in the Young, providing free cardiac screenings for young people. This year, she won Pride of Britain’s North West Fundraiser of The Year which was presented
Debbie Dixon Listed Among Inspirational Women of Cheshire For Her Work Supporting CRY
Knutsford Guardian, 8th March 2020 Debbie was recognised for her inspiring work in helping thousands of young people receive potentially life saving heart screenings following the death of her own 23 year old son, Aaron, of an underlying heart condition in 2013. Debbie organises up to 10 heart screening days a year; each event allowing up
Madness Tribute Night Organised by The Friends of Bruce Cousins Memorial Fund
On the 28th February, our first fundraising event of 2020, featuring Andy McGowan on sax and singing Madness etc., was held at The Monkwood in Rawmarsh. An incredible £437.30 was raised for our ongoing heart screening programme. -Jackie Cousins
Witham Family Raises Funds for CRY in Memory of Daughter Kayleigh Griffiths
Essex Live, 2nd March 2020 Twenty-three year old Kayleigh Griffiths was on holiday in Spain with a friend when she suddenly collapsed by the swimming pool. It was later discovered that she suffered a heart attack by the pool and another one subsequently in the ambulance on the way to the hospital. She was on life
Cyclists Unite to Fundraise for CRY in Memory of Alex Jones
North Wales Chronicle, 26th February 2020 An avid cyclist, 30 year old Alex Jones was out on his bike when he suffered a sudden cardiac arrest and passed away in March of last year. To mark the anniversary of his passing, 35 of his cycling friends have planned to do a fundraising charity ride with the
Asda Donates £1,000 to Jack’s Appeal with CRY as Part of Their ‘Chosen By You’ Scheme
South Wales Argus, 24th February 2020 Under the scheme, customers nominate a charity by donating a shopping token and the charities with the three highest numbers of tokens receive a donation. Jack’s Appeal with Cardiac Risk in the Young was chosen at the Asda store in Blackwood. The fund provides free cardiac screenings to young people
Kevin Macnicol Fundraises for CRY in Memory of Hamish Ross
The Northern Times, 25th February 2020 Golspie resident Kevin Macnicol, 36, has asked friends and family to donate to the Hamish Ross Memorial Fund for his birthday on February 29th instead of giving him presents. The Memorial Fund raises money for Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) in memory of 15 year old Hamish Ross who
Thirteen Boys From Horsforth School Raise £500 for Cardiac Risk in the Young at Annual Charity Swim Fundraiser
Thirteen boys from years 9 and 10 at Horsforth School in Leeds chose CRY as their nominated charity for the school’s annual charity swim fundraiser. The lads shown in the photographs swam 1044 lengths between them and raised £500 after swim expenses. Older students from Horsforth School 6th form staged a charity boxing match in 2018
Pembrokeshire Agricultural Society Quiz Night Raises £600 For CRY
Western Telegraph, 18th February 2020 The Let’s Get Quizzical event was held at The Pavillion, County Showground, with teams travelling from near and far to take part. The winners were the Past Presidents team, made up of captain Dick Davies, Roger Mathias, Richard Cole and Mike Davies. Second place went to Wuhan United and the Pussycats
Portrait Picturing Three Generations of a Shoreham Family Wins Fundraising Competition
Worthing Herald, 18th February 2020 The portrait was of Liz and Bob Towner, their two daughters, their husbands and their four grandchildren and was taken by Stephen Sajnog of Focus Photography in Shoreham to celebrate Bob’s birthday. Sajnog was also named Family Portrait Photographer of the Year by The UK Professional Photographers Organisation. The organisation is
Hampshire Police to take on charity motorcycle ride From One Rock to Another
Island Echo, 14th February 2020 Setting off from the Isle of Wight on 12th May 2020 PC Adam Hinkley and retired Inspector Kate Fowles will be riding 2,500 miles to Gibraltar Rock and back to raise money for 2 charities – Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) and the Ellen Macarthur Cancer Trust. PC Hinkley’s wife