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Meningitis Research Foundation's fundraising team in Scotland is happy to help organise and promote your fundraising events across the country.

If you would like advice about how to get started with an event of your own, to support us in one of the events listed below, or want to make use of our local knowledge, let us know and we'll be happy to help you out.

The charity funds research to prevent meningitis and septicaemia, and to improve survival rates and outcomes. The Foundation promotes education and awareness to reduce death and disability, and gives support to people affected.


Meningitis Research Foundation

28 Alva Street
Edinburgh
EH2 4PY
Tel: 0131 510 2345
info@scotland-meningitis.org.uk

Explore Havana and Trinidad for FREE!!

If you have ever wanted to do an exhilarating challenge for charity then here is your chance!  Meningitis Research Foundation are looking for adventurous people to trek between the World Heritage sites of Havana and Trinidad.

The trek starts in the vibrant capital and UNESCO World Heritage site of Havana. Much of Havana's old quarter remains untouched despite the various wars and revolutions that have taken place over the last 200 years.  This trek passes through farms, coffee plantations and fruit plantations.  The terrain is undulating, and in parts tough going, but with amazing views and tropical waterfalls to bathe in, it is well worth the effort.

You will visit the city of Santa Clara, famed for the final battle of the Cuban Revolution, the Sierra del Escambray and finally the beautiful city of Trinidad.

For those of you in search of the challenge of a lifetime, Cuba won't fail to leave an indelible mark on you, providing you with memories that will last forever.  We currently have some spaces available on the March 2009 event, however, there are also later trips available.

Contact our Scotland office for further information on 0131 510 2345 or info@scotland-meningitis.org.uk .

Explore the Thailand Jungle for FREE!!

If you have ever wanted to do an exhilarating challenge for charity then here is your chance!  Meningitis Research Foundation are looking for adventurous people to trek the vast and rugged jungle landscape of western Thailand.

This expedition takes place in western Thailand's Kanchanaburi Province, location of the infamous Death Railway and Bridge over the River Kwai. The challenge will take you through the rugged jungles in remote parts of the province close to the border with Burma.

Spend 6 days trekking, rafting, kayaking and riding elephants through the forests and mountains of the Thung Yai Nareusan Wildlife Sanctuary. The hill tribe people know the region better than anybody else and will be your hosts and guides for the challenge. You will stay overnight in a Karen village consisting of bamboo stilt houses and at a campsite on the banks of the river.

For those of you in search of the challenge of a lifetime, Thailand won't fail to leave an indelible mark on you, providing you with memories that will last forever.  We currently have some spaces available on the January 2009 event, however, there are also later trips available.

Contact our Scotland office for further information on 0131 510 2345 or info@scotland-meningitis.org.uk .

Cycle in Vietnam for FREE!!

If you have ever wanted to do an exhilarating challenge for charity then here is your chance!

Meningitis Research Foundation are looking for adventurous people to cycle in Vietnam taking in some of the worlds most breathtaking landscapes and if you raise enough in sponsorship you will get to take part for free!

Prepare to be overwhelmed by Vietnam's natural contrasting beauty - from the patchwork of bright green rice paddies to the rugged mountains and white sandy beaches you can't fail to be mesmerised by it's traditional charm!

For those of you in search of the challenge of a lifetime, Vietnam won't fail to leave an indelible mark on you, providing you with memories that will last forever.  We currently have some spaces available on the February 2009 event.  There are also later trips available.

Contact our Scotland office for further information on 0131 510 2345 or info@scotland-meningitis.org.uk .

Static Collection Cans

Many thanks to our members and supporters who manage static cans for us. We are trying to get more collection cans in venues around the country, so please ask at your local pub, corner store, pharmacy and so on, if they would be happy to display a can on the premises, please put them in touch to make arrangements.
Page last updated 29.10.08

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