Need to pick a 2nd charity

Alzheimers, it doesn't only affect the old.

Alzheimers x

I suggested GOSH but am more than happy for it to be the Alzheimers Society. My Grandad was affected by this - but regardless of this, I think any charity is worthy.

Lynsey, you're a star for organising this.

I am kinda wondering what I've left myself in for but I've got my excel sheet set up with auto filters ready to enter all the entries and ticket numbers.x

I vote Alzheimers Society

GOSH for me

I've never set up Just Giving pages before....has anyone else?

Is this the right charity for MacMillan Nurses http://www.justgiving.co.uk/macmillan?

I thought that when I did the Hitched Awards! I ended up spending about 3 hours writing everyone's votes up after other efforts didn't go to plan!

The top 3 would also be my top 3 for these reasons:

National autistic society - as its a charity that iam currently recieving help and support from for my children, but they dont only support children and their families but adults too, by helping them to find work and accommodation etc.

Alzheimers- like autism, on the outside people may appear 'normal' and its is a disability that is greatly misunderstood but can easily destroy peoples lives and that of their families.

GOSH- I work for the NHS and care for many children who have benefited from their expertise.

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Lynsey thats the right one, now go to create my page and away you g, give me a shout if you need any help x

Alzheimers for my second choice. My gran is currently receiving fantastic help and support from them which has also helped my mum and family out too x

Thanks I'll go and give it a try now and let you know if I manage it. x

Alzheimers too. Thanks for organising!

Casinogirl I've emailed you needing help! x

Another vote fro alzeihmers from me

Alzheimers here too.

It looks like alzeihmers is the most popular so I'll go with that one. I feel really bad choosing but I need to get it all set up and ready to go. xx

I think what your doing is great x

HELP which Alzheimer's charity https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising-page/Creation/Step2.aspx?pcid=654e033e-8b4f-4245-b9ff-a496417569e2.

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  Alzheimer's Research Trust

  The Alzheimer's Research Trust is the UK's leading charity for research into Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The charity also provides free information on dementia and the treatments available.

  Registration no #****

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  Alzheimer's Society

  The Alzheimer's Society is the leading UK care and research charity for people with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, their families and carers. To find out more about fundraising for the Society log on to www.alzheimers.org.uk/events

  Registration no #296645

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  Alzheimer's Support

  Alzheimer's Support supports people suffering with Alzheimers and other dementias and their families through a range of flexible specialist services to maintain as much independence and control over their lives as possible

  Registration no #****

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  Alzheimer's Concern Ealing

  Alzheimer's Concern Ealing is a local organisation that provides emotional support and practical services to meet the changing needs of people with dementia and their carers.

  Registration no #****

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  BRACE - Alzheimer's Research

  BRACE (Bristol Research into Alzheimer’s and Care of the Elderly) was set up to support the work of the Bristol Dementia Research Group through an endowment fund. The group is recognised by the research community as a major centre for Alzheimer's dis...

  Registration no #297965

I'm on it hun, check your inbox x

Can i just chuck in my pennies worth................... i think its really nice when a smaller charity is helped out, i think the effort is more appreciated and means more to the charity iyswim, all charities are worthy but obv £500 means more to a local small charity than to a very large national charity. So was wondering, maybe not this time round but if it would it be possible to nominate smaller local charities, giving the reason why, then perhaps we can have a vote on who to support.

So having said that i would prefer to support Ealing Support

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I think that's a good idea so something we can maybe do for the next Raffle. I've set up one page now and just about to do the other so I'd like to get the raffle kicked off today if you don't mind? If I organise it again next year then I'll set an online survey up with all the nominations and let people vote.

Choosing the charity was really hard because I didn't want anyone to feel because I was organising it I was just choosing the one I preferred. Does that make sense?

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I think the Alzheimers Society covers most things especially research which I think is really important as is the cancer research. Lynsey, don't worry - you're doing a great job! Bet you're cursing me now for suggesting this ?

Just a bit, only joking! I didn't need to take it on and am so pleased at the responses we have had. x

Can someone pick from the list above for the Alzheimers charity?

I say the Alzheimers Society

course i don't mind, lol, it was really just a thought for the future.................you are doing a fab job lynsey i don't think anyone could feel any bias from you regarding charities, we've all had a chance to have our say.

if you need a number caller on the night, happy to help lol

Thanks, Done!

As for the number callers I need you all!!! On the night of the draw I'll ask who is around and then I'll ask people for 3 numbers each. Means everyones get a little part!

I think the raffle should be open for at least a week? Maybe 2 but is that too long?

I think 2 weeks, some hitchers maybe away for the Easter hols and miss some fab prizes x

was it last year someone did the number calling using the QVC order numbers lol

I think perhaps 2 weeks too as some hitchers don't come on every day and as crafty em says, some may be away for Easter. But I'll go with the flow.