My name is Alan Heaton and my mission is to participate in the Everest Marathon on May 29th, 2007 to raise money, through sponsorships and donations, for the Orphan Children of Nepal whilst promoting awareness of the horrendous living conditions they have to endure on a daily basis.

I have had the unfortunate experience to witness first hand some of the horrendous things which goes on in orphanages. It is upsetting to see the impact poverty, war, and disease has on children. They are the ones who suffer the most. According to UNICEF, 30,000 children die each day from poverty. Yet, children, who are the most vulnerable, are the ones who have no voice. They cannot protect themselves and Nepal as a nation is doing little to help them. As adults, we can change the tide to ensure that all children get the basic food, clean water, healthcare, shelter and education, as well as a life where they are safe, nurtured and can play, grow, create and learn.

By donating to my cause you will be directly helping improve the quality of life these children have. Your generous donation, no matter how small you think it is, will be directly going to a great cause. " Each child is one starfishwaiting to be rescued. Small steps over time lead us to a better tomorrow. "

Latest News Update May 07

Info Nepal May 07 Newsletter Exciting News for Orphans in Chitwan.
 Several New Sponsors Support from Hants/Wilts - communities helping make a difference.
5 Orphans to be Sponsored Starfishpromise is delighted to be able to help sponsor 2 Orphans at Happy Homes.
Full Race story Passing the finishing line. Healthy and well. 
 Race Results 2007 Times for the 117 finishers of the Everest Marathon

Money Donated To Date June 07 Read more about the construction of New Orphanage and how the Money is going along way to help the orphans