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Inspired Adventures Information Pack
Heart Foundation
Virgin Money London
Marathon 2015
Join Team Heartbeats > Discover London >
Help the Heart Foundation fight cardiovascular disease
What is this adventure?
Marathon date:
Since the inaugural race, with just 6,255
26 April 2015 5/5 difficulty
(hard) competitors, the London Marathon has grown
to be the largest, one-day fundraising event in
the world, raising more than AU$900 million
for charity since 1981.
Fast facts Now with over 37,000 competitors, imagine the excitement
of standing at the start line in Blackheath and running
Physical activity: Marathon
through the streets of London, passing its many iconic
Registration Fee: $770 (non-refundable) sights, including Big Ben and Westminster Abbey, then over
Marathon Fee: $350 (non-refundable) Tower Bridge to Buckingham Palace. What better excuse to
Travel and Accommodation: Marathon Package – visit London than to participate in the 2015 Virgin Money
$350 per person (compulsory) London Marathon and raise much needed funds to help
Fundraising Target: $10,000 the Heart Foundation combat Australia’s number one killer,
cardiovascular disease (CVD).
Travel arrangements are at your own discretion and
cost. Inspired Adventures will offer an optional 4-night
accommodation package closer to the marathon date.
Trip notes
As this is a marathon-based adventure, and people have
Highlights different routines, requirements and needs before a race,
there is no daily itinerary. Inspired Adventures will work
• Secure
one of only ten spots on Team Heartbeats,
with participants, the travel partner and the charity to
the Heart Foundation 2015 Virgin Money London
arrange at least one team dinner in London, as well as
Marathon team
optional sightseeing opportunities. Your Inspired Adventures
• Take
to the streets of London, running past the city’s Tour Leader will be available throughout your stay for
most iconic landmarks as millions of people on the support and to answer any questions. Expect more details
sidelines cheer you on, encouraging you to closer to the departure date.
dig deeper
• Feel
the exhilaration of crossing the finish line at
Buckingham Palace knowing you’ve raised vital funds
to combat cardiovascular disease (CVD) – Australia’s
number one killer
Virgin Money London Marathon
Established: 1981
Number of runners: Over 37,000
Start: Blackheath
Finish line: Buckingham Palace
Average temperature: 10ºC
Fun fact: The London Marathon holds the Guinness
World Record for the largest annual fundraising
event, with runners raising over AU$900 million “An absolutely
for charities since the first race in 1981. epic event in one of the
greatest cities in the world.
I cannot think of a better way
to see the city, to contribute to a
cause I am passionate about and
to be part of the world’s biggest
fundraising event!”
– Kyle Taylor, 2012 Inspired
Adventures Virgin Money
London Marathon
competitor
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What will my impact be?
For Australians living with cardiovascular
disease (CVD), and for those who may not
know they are at risk, the Heart Foundation is a
ray of hope.
As part of the Heart Foundation 2015 Virgin Money London
Marathon team, you’ll support vital research into CVD and
promote better heart health for all Australians. With more
than 45,000 deaths attributed to CVD in Australia every
year, our work is becoming increasingly important.
The Heart Foundation educates Australians about the
warning signs of a heart attack so that they seek medical
assistance immediately.
Heart attacks claim on average 27 Australians a day. With
your support we can help educate the public about the Case study
warning signs of a heart attack and save someone’s life or Christine, a part-time secretary and homemaker of
even your own. Albany, Western Australia experienced the warning
Every donation makes a difference in the fight against CVD: signs of a heart attack, aged just 43. She now wants to
warn others who may suffer similar symptoms.
• Just $30 enables the Heart Foundation to send someone a
free copy of our My Heart My Life manual that provides In 2009, Christine experienced shortness of breath
practical information for those who have had an incident during her daily three-kilometre walk. She thought it
such as a heart attack. was an asthma attack; however, realised she wasn’t
wheezy and that her Ventolin inhaler had no effect.
• W
ith $40, a researcher can isolate blood cells that can
After experiencing heart palpitations and shortness
then be used to understand how and why blood clots
of breath, Christine was referred to a heart specialist.
form, and how they can be removed and prevented—a
A series of stress tests and a subsequent procedure
key understanding for treating heart attack and stroke.
revealed one of the arteries in Christine’s heart was 80
• $
100 will fund a practice nurse to complete an on-line per cent blocked. This came as a surprise to Christine
course so they can identify the warning signs of a heart because in addition to her daily walks, she ate
attack and know how to help patients. healthily, rarely drank alcohol and was a non-smoker.
• $
500 covers the cost of an MRI scan allowing researchers “At first when I found out I had cardiovascular disease
to examine damage and abnormalities in the structure I was really upset because I didn’t understand much
and function of the heart. about it. However, through the doctors and with help
from professionals, I became aware that I needed to
• $1,000 enables the Heart Foundation to provide 200
take more care of my heart.”
Australians with a Heart Attack Action Plan Pack, helping
ensure more people recognise and survive their heart attack. High stress levels and a family history of CVD are
two contributing factors to Christine’s condition. Her
• W
ith $2,000, our researchers can examine a person’s
advice to anyone experiencing similar symptoms? “Get
genetics to help determine the importance of genetic
checked out straight away and don’t muck around. It is
factors in CVD. With this knowledge we better understand
better to be safe than sorry.”
how and why CVD affects different people.
• $
10,000 funds six months of innovative research studies
for a Heart Foundation PhD Scholar.
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About The Heart Foundation The Heart Foundation is dedicated to saving lives by making a difference to the heart health of all Australians. For more than 50 years we have funded outstanding cardiovascular research, supported health professionals, developed high quality health promotion activities and coordinated public education programs. However, there is more to achieve. Cardiovascular disease (CVD), including heart, stroke and blood vessel disease, is still the biggest killer in Australia. Every 12 minutes an Australian dies from CVD. Most women don’t know that they are three times more likely to die from CVD than from breast cancer. CVD does not discriminate by age, race or gender. It can affect us all. We are determined to save as many lives as we can in our Photo Courtesy of the Community Newspaper Group quest to beat cardiovascular disease. We achieve this by: • S upporting and informing: We help people with, and at risk of, CVD by providing comprehensive information and guidance on how to minimise risk. • D eveloping partnerships: We support and work with all levels of government, other health organisations, the media and community groups to implement policies and programs that improve the heart health of all Australians. • Improving care: We help people diagnosed with CVD to access the best possible care, using the latest research to support practical treatment tools for health professionals. We believe all Australians, regardless of their circumstance, should have access to world-class care. • B uilding healthier communities: We support local governments to promote healthy lifestyles through infrastructure and initiatives, including cycle ways, improved walking paths and smoke-free outdoor areas. • P romoting awareness: Through our community education campaigns we promote simple lifestyle changes to improve the heart health of all Australians. With your support, we can combat CVD and save Australian lives. 1300 905 188 isabel@inspiredadventures.com.au inspiredadventures.com.au youtube.com/inspiredadventures © Inspired Adventures 2014. All Rights Reserved. 4
About Inspired Adventures
Inspired Adventures Pty Ltd is a professional
fundraising agency, working with Australian
not-for-profit charities. We partner with these
charities to create and manage fundraising
events around the world.
Inspired Adventures employ a team of fundraising
professionals, and have a full-service creative agency to
design, develop and implement these successful events.
Our fundraising team works one-on-one with participants,
expertly coaching them to their
fundraising target.
Since 2005, Inspired Adventures has helped to raise
over $10 million dollars, with each event raising an average “At Inspired Adventures we believe that we are all
of $80,000. capable of far more than we imagine; and we specialise
As the only fundraising agency of its kind in Australia, in guiding and motivating participants to push their
our charity challenge events are seen as an exciting and limits and raise money for a wonderful cause. We are so
effective way to raise significant funds, build community excited to partner with the Heart Foundation and look
awareness and inspire lifelong advocacy. forward to working with you to raise funds for their vital
work. Running the Virgin Money London Marathon is a
Inspired Adventures is an organisational member of the real adventure as well as a privilege—so train well and
Fundraising Institute of Australia, and CEO and Founder, enjoy every moment!”
Justine Curtis, regularly speaks at leading industry events.
- Justine Curtis, CEO, Inspired Adventures
As soon as you register, your dedicated Fundraising Team
will work with you to create a comprehensive fundraising
plan. A team representative will contact you regularly with
ideas, advice, encouragement – and plenty of inspiration.
In addition to this personalised support, you will receive the
Fundraising Toolkit. We have supported more than 1,500
people in reaching their fundraising goals in the past, and
the Toolkit is a compilation of the most successful ideas,
case studies, advice and practical suggestions to help you
reach yours.
The Fundraising Toolkit will show you how to:
• Plan an event
• Write a press release
• Set up an online fundraising page
• Approach corporates for support
• Launch your fundraising plan
Fitness Training
We will send you a booklet with advice on preparing for
your adventure. While your fitness training and health is “Fundraising can be a rollercoaster of successes and
your responsibility, we are here to guide you all the way to obstacles, but using the same determination it takes to
the finish line. We advise all participants to discuss their trek to Everest Base Camp, you can achieve and even
training plans with their GP before embarking on a exceed your fundraising target! I’m here to support you
fitness regime. with all your fundraising and training for the incredible
adventure you have ahead, and together we can create
a fundraising plan tailored to help you reach your goal.
Remember, fundraising is the gentle art of teaching the
joy of giving.”
- Isabel Fabian, Fundraising Coordinator, Inspired
Adventures
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FAQ’s The compulsory marathon fee of $350
includes:
Can I really do this?
• Your place in the London Marathon
Yes, you can! Fundraising and fitness training may sound
• Inspired Adventures Tour Leader*
intimidating, but we’re here to get you across the finish
line. We’ll call you regularly with advice, ideas and • Inspired Adventures running singlet
encouragement—you are not in this alone. Remember, you • Team bus to the start line, departing Central London
are raising money for a wonderful cause and training for the • Pre-race briefing and dinner
adventure of a lifetime! • Post-race celebration dinner
* The Inspired Adventures Tour Leader will manage race
How do I fundraise?
coordination, and all travel and social arrangements.
Past participants have successfully fundraised in many
creative and fun ways. We will send you a comprehensive What’s not included?
Fundraising Toolkit upon registration to help you reach
your target. You will also have regular support from the • Accommodation
Inspired team, who will help you develop and manage • Flights
your fundraising plan, as well as support from the Heart • Travel insurance (compulsory)
Foundation.
• Visa and vaccinations
• Meals not mentioned in inclusions
What does it cost?
• Expenditure of a personal nature
A registration fee of $770 secures your place in the
marathon. The Inspired Adventures marathon fee of $350 is
due six weeks after registration.
Is my donation tax deductible?
The funds raised for the Heart Foundation are tax deductible
(conditions apply). Funds raised to cover travel costs are not
tax deductible.
Do I need travel insurance?
Yes, travel insurance is compulsory for all Inspired
Adventures and must provide adequate cover for
cancellation, delays in travel, loss or damage to baggage
and valuables, medical and hospital expenses for injury or
illness, and emergency evacuation.
Is the travel cost guaranteed?
If you do take the optional accommodation package, we
will do our best to keep the travel costs as quoted; however,
they can change due to group size or factors out of our
control, such as fluctuating exchange rates and increases in
airfares, and airline and airport taxes. The travel cost will be
confirmed at the time of invoicing.
Can I raise funds to cover my travel costs via
my online fundraising page?
No, you can only raise the funds that are going to the Heart
Foundation via your online page, as the travel cost is paid
directly to our travel partner, not the charity. If you are
fundraising the travel component, this money must remain
separate.
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How fit do I need to be? This adventure is ranked 5/5 (challenging). Running a marathon is a physical challenge and the fitter you are, the more you will enjoy the experience. Our adventures are specifically designed for people who are relatively fit and willing to train. We recommend that upon registration, you consult your GP or a personal trainer to develop a marathon training plan. Walking, cycling, running and stair climbing will all strengthen your legs and improve stamina. What is the minimum age and general age range of participants? The minimum age to compete in the Virgin Money London Marathon is 18. We have had participants aged 18–70 and older take part in our charity challenges, all united by their sense of adventure. Can I extend my stay? Of course! Many of our participants decide to extend their stay to get the most from their overseas adventure. Please note additional travel arrangements are your responsibility and at your own cost. Will I get a chance to meet other people before we go? Absolutely! We will organise a get-together evening for everyone, geography permitting. There will be regular email and phone communications, and an online Facebook community leading up to the trip. How do I register? You can register over the phone by calling Inspired Adventures on 1300 905 188 or simply complete and return the enclosed booking form. Cheques and money orders for the registration fee ($770) are payable to: ‘Inspired Adventures Pty Ltd’. Virgin Money London Marathon Heart Foundation—London, 2015 17a Francis St Darlinghurst, NSW, 2010 Or fax your booking form to us at 02 8915 1457. Have any more questions? Please contact us on 1300 905 188 or email isabel@inspiredadventures.com.au 1300 905 188 isabel@inspiredadventures.com.au inspiredadventures.com.au youtube.com/inspiredadventures © Inspired Adventures 2014. All Rights Reserved. 7
Countdown to your Inspired Adventure
To do Date Activity
Registration fee Immediately Your $770 secures your spot. You’re going to London!
Connect with your Get to know your fellow adventurers on Facebook or via the social
After registration
group online media hashtag #RunForHeartHealth
Marathon package
After registration Pay your Marathon fee of $350 to secure your place in the race.
and travel deposit
Congratulations! You’ve reached your first fundraising milestone of
Fundraising deposit Friday, 25 July 2014
$3,000 for the Heart Foundation.
Additional fundraising You have raised a further $3,000 for the Heart Foundation.
Tuesday, 25 November 2014
payment Well done!
Meet your fellow adventurers in person, share ideas and ask us
Participant dinner January 2015
questions.
Final fundraising payment of at least $4,000.
Fundraising balance Wednesday, 25 March 2015
Congratulations, you have reached your target!
All your hard work and dedication pays off! You’re ready to run the
Marathon Day Sunday, 26 April 2015
Virgin Money London Marathon!
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Virgin Money London Marathon 2015 Registration Form
Adventure Details Emergency Contact
Heart Foundation TCS New York City Marathon 2014 Contact
Departure Date 26 04 2015 Relationship
Tel DAY ( )
Personal Details Tel NIGHT ( )
MR MRS MS DR OTHER Mobile
First Name
Middle Registration Fee Payment Details
Last Please debit the registration fee of $770* on credit:
Please write your name as it appears on your passport.
Card Type VISA Mastercard
Address Card Number
Town/Suburb Expiry Date MM YY
State Postcode Name on Card
Tel DAY ( ) Signature
Tel NIGHT ( ) OR
Mobile I enclose a cheque/money order for the registration fee of $770
Email Made Payable to: Inspired Adventures Pty Ltd
OR
DOB D M Y
I will pay the registration fee of $770 by bank deposit:
Nationality Account Name - Inspired Adventures Pty Ltd
Passport # Bank - National Australia Bank
BSB - 082 352
Country Account Number - 87458 8298
Place of issue Please include your name as reference
*Please note: The registration fee is non-refundable and is a personal contribution
Date of issue D M Y in addition to the overall fundraising target. A 1.5% surcharge is payable on credit
card transactions.
Expirty Date D M Y
Have you ever fundraised? YES NO
How would you raise the funds for this event? Let us know your ideas
Accommodation and what networks you would be able to use to raise funds:
Accommodation is based on twin share. Is there anyone you would
like to share with?
Are you interested in a single room? YES NO
A single supplement will apply and prices will be supplied upon application. How did you hear about this Inspired Adventure?
Departure City Web Charity Email Word of mouth
Inspired Travel may be able to arrange your departure from your chosen city. Runner’s World Magazine Running club
A surcharge may apply.
OTHER:
Do you have a pre-existing medical conditions which may affect your
ability to undertake this challenge? YES NO On registration, you will be subscribed to our monthly e-newsletter
(you will be required to complete a medical risk assessment prior to travel) I do not wish to subscribe to the monthly newsletter
Do you have any special dietary requests?
Signature
To: Inspired Adventures and the Charity, In signing this booking
T-shirt size S M L XL XXL form, I acknowledge that I have read and understood and accept the
Have you previously run a marathon? YES NO booking conditions accompanying this booking form and particularly
those relating to release and waiver of liability conditions and that I will
Please detail your running experience to date
hold proper travel insurance for the travel.
Signature
Date D M Y
Twitter Handle @
Please note: if you are under 18 years of age this form requires the
signature of a parent or legal guardian.
Please send completed form via fax: 02 8915 1457,
or post: 17a Francis Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
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Inspired Adventures booking conditions 8. Visas and Passports: You are responsible for obtaining all necessary immunisations
and visas and bear the expense for the same. You must have a valid passport, which has
THE CHALLENGE
at least six months validity beyond your return date.
Please read carefully the terms in the conditions of contract in completing and submitting
9. Disclaimer: You accept that:
the Booking Form, you agree to be bound by these conditions which constitute the
agreement between Inspired Adventures and you. The conditions apply to the exclusion • Inspired Adventures and the charity reserve the right to refuse my application to Register.
of any other terms or conditions unless they are set out in the Booking Form, or are Their decision is final and binding. Should my Application be refused my full registration
otherwise agreed to in writing by the parties. Previous dealing with the parties will not fee will be refunded to me. My registration for the Challenge will take effect once my
vary these conditions. No purported variation of these conditions will be effective unless in registration funds have cleared. Places are limited on the Challenge and are allocated
writing and signed by a person so authorised by Inspired Adventures. on a first come first served basis.
1. How to Book: To participate in this Inspired Adventure, you must pay a non-refundable 10. Release and Waiver of Liability:
registration fee of AUD$770 including GST payable to Inspired Adventures. In consideration of Inspired Adventures accepting your booking application and in
2. Payments and Fundraising: Eligibility to take part in this Challenge is contingent upon consideration of you being permitted by Inspired Adventures to join the tour:
you raising the minimum Fundraising Target. The balance of your Fundraising Payments • you wave any and all claims I may now or in the future have against Inspired Adventures,
must be made no later than 4 weeks prior to your departure. Registered participants its officers, employees, agents or representatives (“its staff”) and release from all
will be required to cover travel or accommodation costs required. Failure to lodge the liability and agree not to sue Inspired Adventures or its staff for any personal injury,
fundraising target on or before the required date will render you ineligible to depart on death, property damage or loss sustained by me as a result of my participation in the
the Challenge and you will forfeit in full the AUD$770 registration fee paid to Inspired Challenge. You acknowledge that the Challenge involves an adventure trip and accept
Adventures and your place on the adventure. All monies raised in the name of the charity all the inherent risks associated with such a trip and the possibility of personal injury,
must be forwarded immediately to the charity along with supporting documents. Inspired death or property damage or loss resulting there from.
Adventures and the charity reserve the right to refuse your Application to Register. Their To the extent permitted by law, section 74 of the Trade Practices Act 1974 does not apply
decision is final and binding. Should your Application be refused your full registration to this contract.
fee will be refunded to you. Your registration for the Challenge will take effect once your 11. Privacy: In order to be able to supply a service to you Inspired Adventures may need
registration funds have cleared. Places are limited on the Challenge and are allocated on to collect certain information from you, some of which may be of a personal nature. The
a first come first served basis. information may be disclosed to, or collected on our behalf by our service providers to
3. Cancellations by You: If you wish to cancel your trip, you must notify Inspired enable the services to be provided, but will not be used by them for any other purpose.
Adventures in writing. All cancellations will forefit the non refundable registration fee. 12. Booking made in Victoria: This condition 12 and the following statutory warning
4. Image and Likeness: I grant Inspired Adventures the right to take photographs and apply if the booking is made in Victoria. Sections 32J and 32JA of the Fair Trading Act
videos of me and my property in connection to my participation on an inspired adventure. 1999 Victoria (as amended) do not apply to this contract, being a contract for the supply
I authorise Inspired Adventures, its assigns and transferees to copyright, use and publish of recreational services. Under section 32N of the Fair Trading Act 1999, the supplier is
the same in print and/or electronically. entitled to ask you to agree that these conditions do not apply to you. If you sign this form,
5. Health, Fitness, Trip Grades and Age Limits: It is your responsibility to advise you will be agreeing that your rights to sue the supplier under the Fair Trading Act 1999 if
Inspired Adventures of any pre-existing medical condition and/or disability that might you are killed or injured because the services were not rendered with due care and skill or
reasonably be expected to increase the risk of you requiring medical attention, or that they were not reasonably fit for their purpose, are excluded, restricted or modified in the
might affect the normal conduct of a tour and the enjoyment of other trip members. You way set out in this form.
may be required to provide an assessment of your medical condition from a qualified NOTE: The change to your rights, as set out in this form, does not apply if your death or
medical practitioner if requested. injury is due to gross negligence on the supplier’s part. “Gross negligence” is defined in
All travellers seventy years and over will be required to complete a special Inspired the in the Fair Trading (Recreational Services) Regulations 2004.
Adventures health and fitness questionnaire to assess their suitability of the tour in 13. Jurisdiction: This agreement and the rights and obligations of the parties will be
question. At the discretion of Inspired Adventures, travellers may also be required to construed and take effect in accordance with and be governed by the laws of:
provide a doctor’s letter clearing them for their specific tour. • Victoria, in the case of a booking made in the state of Victoria, or
6. Complaints: If you have any complaint about your trip, you must make it known at the • New South Wales, in the case of a booking made elsewhere in Australia
earliest opportunity to Inspired Adventures, who will normally be able to take appropriate Inspired Adventures Pty Ltd ABN 46 125 426 468.
action. If at the end of the trip you feel your complaint has not been properly dealt with you
I have read, understand and agree to the Terms and Conditions set out in this
must notify us in writing within 30 days of the end of your trip.
form.
7. Travel Insurance: It is a prerequisite of participation in an Inspired Adventure that you
have adequate travel insurance.
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