TRI FOR TAMMY – GOAL R 32 000
“I run because I can.” When I get tired, I remember those who can’t run and what they would give to have this simple gift I take for granted, and I run harder for them. I know they would have done the same for me.”
In a nutshell our story is just that: We are Tri-ing for Tammy! Our goal is to raise R12 000 towards a new electrical wheel chair for a 12year old girl named Tameron Nel with cerebral palsy. She grew up in the desperately poor township area of Missionvale on the outskirts of Port Elizabeth and despite her circumstances, is the most joyful, vibrant little girl.
I met her by chance and she changed my life in an instant, forever. Her enthusiasm about life inspired us (my training partner and me) to enter for the 5150 Triathlon in Port Elizabeth taking place in November this year and the Ironman 70.3, taking place in January 2019. “We tri, because she can’t.”
Healthcare workers at the Missionvale Care Centre’s OVC (orphaned and vulnerable children) unit met Tammy when she was 9 years old. She had not gone to school and lived with her grandmother. The Care Centre took her under their wing and with the help of Sister Annemarie van der Merwe, she was enrolled at Northern Lights School. She immediately excelled and loves learning. Maths is her favourite subject and she says she wants to become a doctor one day.
We want people to know and share her story of hope and determination.
Please help us by donating towards an electrical wheelchair for her.
The rest of the funds raised will go towards an education fund.
Thank you in advance.