Being considerate is one of our key Latymerian values, and we know that many former students continue to put this into practice by giving their time, energy and talents to support charities and good causes. 

There are far too many inspiring examples to mention them all, but here are just a few spotted on social media recently. A huge thank you to all our Latymerians who are making a difference in their communities – and best of luck with your fundraising challenges!

Alison Davies, Class of 1985 (1978 joiner)

This October, Alison is taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge Australia, raising funds to help fight childhood cancer. Her fundraising will support the Children's Medical Research Institute and its work to improve the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of childhood cancer, and ultimately find a cure. 

Alison has already cycled an impressive 87km in the first few days of October and is aiming to raise AUS$500 through this year's challenge. This is certainly not her first fundraising endeavour though - over the past six years, she has cycled a staggering 3,595km, raising more than £2,000 for this important cause.

We're in awe of Alison's determination and dedication – and wish her the very best for this year's challenge!

Great Cycle Challenge Australia - Riders - Alison Davies

David Reader, Class of 1974 (1967 joiner)

On Sunday 11 October, David will be taking on the Royal Parks Half Marathon to raise funds for Pancreatic Cancer UK. He will be accompanied by his son James, Class of 2012 and Head of Physics at Latymer. 

David was inspired to take part by his daughter Claire, Class of 2008, whose PhD research was into pancreatic cancer and the urgent need for greater awareness, research and treatment. As David explains, "The survival rates for those diagnosed are stubbornly low. Right now, half of people with pancreatic cancer die within three months of diagnosis. Families are left with only hope to hold onto. They need more." 

For David, the challenge is about more than running 13.1 miles. He hopes to raise much-needed funds and awareness to help Pancreatic Cancer UK continue its fight against this devastating disease. 

This is not David's first fundraising gig though - he recently co-organised a 24-hour challenge at his Walking Football Club at Muswell Hill to raise funds for Prostate Cancer UK. They raised over £11,600, bringing their total fundraising tally over the last three years to a fantastic £32,000!

Good luck David and James – we'll be cheering you on!

www.justgiving.com/page/david-reader-12

Nick Landauer, Class of 1974 (1967 joiner)

Nick is putting his musical talents to good use this November, directing a special Remembrance-tide Concert in aid of the St Matthew's Church Wall Restoration Fund. 

Taking place on Sunday 22 November, the concert will feature music and readings, including requiems by Fauré, Rutter, Jenkins, Duruflé and Mozart. The fundraising campaign is supporting the restoration and repair of the historic exterior walls of St Matthew's Church in Redhill, which serves the local Redhill and Reigate community. 

www.ticketsource.com/cantamusreigate

Carol Crump, Class of 1982 (1975 joiner)

Carol has spent the past few months putting her creativity to work as part of a volunteer craft project raising funds for RSPCA Wirral. 

Together with a group of volunteers, she has been busy making a wonderful array of handmade items, including catnip toys, artist-designed cards and sun catchers, crocheted blankets, scarves, toys, bags and bookmarks, as well as sewn fabric kickers and toys – and much, much more! 

It's a fantastic example of how time, creativity and community spirit can come together to support a very worthy cause. 

Facebook page- RSPCA Wirral

Christine Clark, Class of 1974 (1967 joiner)

Christine is currently President of the Enfield Chase Rotary Club, which is bringing people together for a Charity Fundraising Quiz on Saturday 21 November, 7pm. 

The quiz will take place at Lancaster Road United Reformed Church Hall, 9 Armfield Road, Enfield, EN2 0DH, and promises to be a fun evening of friendly competition, while raising money for local and Rotary charitable causes. 

Fancy putting your general knowledge to the test? You can enter as a team of eight, or book individually and join a team on the night. So gather your friends, brush up on your trivia and come along for a great evening in support of some very worthwhile causes!

Charity Fundraising Quiz | Facebook