Raising $10,000 for Stillerstrong

Dream #11:  Raise $10,000 for Stillerstrong.

Why $10,000?  Because it's low enough to be reasonably achieveable and high enough to make it "dream" worthy. 

On May 1st, I hosted a night of comedy & inspiration called "Seriously Funny", at which I performed my stand-up comedy, spoke about the Dare2Dream adventure and "attacked my greatest fear" (Dream #8).  The evening raised $555 for Stillerstrong.

On July 18th, I successfully ran my first marathon (Dream #9).  It was an awesome mental & physical challenge but it also, due to many generous dreamers, raised $1875 to builds schools in Haiti.

On July 24th, I had the immense privilege of hosting Dr. Dale's Comedy Magic Show.  I was surprised and very grateful to see Dr. Dale had put a small donation box at the back of the room, in support of my dream to help children in the poorest nation in the Western Hemisphere.  Not sure what to expect, I was thrilled to find $33 had been given.  Every little bit counts!  

To date I am proud to say that $2,463 total has been raised.  And, although the "deadline" for my Dare2Dream adventure technically passed almost 2 weeks ago, the dreamin' continues!  You see, there is no such thing as a deadline for dreams and...the work in Haiti is far from over.

So, with 3/4 of the goal still to be reached, I've begun brainstorming other ideas to fulfill this dream.

Idea #1:  Create the most amazing fundraising video...ever!

Well, by merging the heart of Stiller's campaign (Stealing great ideas) and the heart of Alyssa Milano (The queen of Twitter & humanitarian efforts)...I have done just that.

Enjoy, and pass it on.  Thanks....from me and the kids in Haiti.



Of course if the video doesn't work...we move on.

Idea #2:  Bake sale.

Dare2Dream,
Timmy

Running for Haiti

I am two weeks away from attempting the most physically demanding dream on my Dare2Dream list.

Dream #9: Run a Marathon

On July 18th I will be participating in the Massey Friendly Marathon in…Massey.

“Where is Massey”, you ask? It is about six hours north of Toronto.

“Why Massey?" Because it’s friendly and I don’t think it’s high on the list for Kenyan runners...so my chances of winning are much better.

Actually, I have absolutely NO chance of winning…short of wearing my roller skates (which I have considered). In fact, at this point…I’m not even convinced that I’ll be able to finish the entire 42km distance.

But, believe me, if I don't it won't be for lack of trying.  I have been training and have run more often (and farther) in the last 5 months then I have in my entire life. As a result, I’ve learned so much about myself, my physical limits and my ability (and willingness) to push through “walls”. It has already been an amazing journey, but I can’t stop here. I have to go to Massey.

My brother-in-law, Dan, has been training as my running partner. This will be his first marathon as well, but he’s definitely more ready for it than I am. So, if I do end up falling flat on my face at any point during the race, he’s been ordered to save himself and finish on his own.

Now, I’ve been asked over 1,257 times (if my memory serves me correctly) how I would feel if I couldn’t finish the race. My answer is always the same. I’d be disappointed. However, I’d probably be even more disappointed if I never tried.

So, I determined long ago that I would rather end up lying in a pool of sweat, with a number pinned to my back, at the 30 km mark on some street in Massey, Ontario then not go at all.

Let’s see what happens.



However, as satisfying as it would be to make this just another exercise in personal growth, I’d really love to partner this dream with another one on the list.

Dream #11: Raise $10,000 for Stillerstrong

To date I have raised $550 for Stillerstrong (who has partnered with Architecture for Humanity) to help build schools in Haiti. I am obviously still a long way off from reaching my goal, but I’m pressing forward trying to find creative ways to pull it off.

Here’s the plan:

I’m looking for individuals who would come along side me and make a donation amount based on how many kilometres I complete.

If I can find 240 generous dreamers who would be willing to pledge $1 per finished kilometre and I actually finish the entire 42km, then I will have fulfilled two dreams and made many children in Haiti very, very happy!

Of course…
ANY sponsoring amount would be much appreciated!

Would YOU consider helping the ongoing rebuild in Haiti by sponsoring my first marathon attempt? If so...Here’s how:

1) MAKE A PLEDGE (Set Figure or Per Kilometer):

     a. If donating after the race, contact me with your pledge amount via
               i. Comment on this blog post or,
               ii. Email HERE or,
               iii. Facebook at “I’m Daring to Dream with Timmy”
  
2) DONATE:

     a. Give via your preferred payment method              
               i. Pay Pal via "Donate" Button

               ii. Cash (in person) or,
               iii. Cheque (in person or by mail) –
                        *Make cheque payable to Tim Boyle

Here’s to a great run! See you at the finish line (figuratively...unless you plan on attending the race).

*RACE UPDATE:  I FINISHED IT!  $1775 has been raised so far.  Story and Pics to come soon!


Dare2Dream,
Timmy

Dare 2 Dream: BIG SHOW!

Wow.

It's been over 12 weeks since I launched my Dare2Dream initiative: a whirlwind journey to fulfill 18 personal dreams in 25 weeks. Well, we've reached the half way point and it has gone quickly. During the last few weeks, I've been asked many times, "How many dreams have you fulfilled?" The answer is...none.

WHAT!? None?

Yep. None.

But, that is about to change. After weeks of assessing and preparing and with July 21st fast approaching, the whirlwind journey is about to turn into a hurricane.

The doors blow open on May 1 at the "Seriously Funny!" event in Scarborough, ON.


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At the show, after performing a stand-up comedy routine and sharing about the Dare2Dream journey, I will fulfill my FIRST dream live on stage.

Which dream, you ask? Dream #8. That's right, the first item of the list to be scratched off will be "Attack my greatest fear"! The jokes may be funny, but the fear is no joke.

It is going to be quite the moment...and quite a show, in general.

Not long after announcing the show, musical group "Jazz Unhinged" and comedy musician "Doctor Dale" expressed interest in daring to dream with me. They were promptly added to the line up, and I am excited to no end!

The show will also help to accomplish Dream #11: "Raise money for charity", which now has a $10,000 goal attached to it. Ten thousand dollars!? Isn't that alot? Yep. I'm a dreamer remember.
A portion of the ticket sales (from this show and hopefully others) will be donated to "Stillerstrong", which is presently working with "Architecture for Humanity" to build schools in that earthquake ravaged country of Haiti. We can't forget Haiti...

Anyways, that's it for now...because if I say too much, I'll have nothing to reveal at the show...
Although, I will mention that I'm up to 17k while preparing for my marathon (Dream #9) and have been surprising myself (and annoying my family) while practicing the drums (Dream #16).
To attend click here for all the info.
If you'd like to help the fundraising effort and host a show, in the near future, please email timmyboyle@upstandingcomedy.ca
If you've just discovered Dare2Dream, please take a moment to follow the links (which includes THE LIST) in the right side-bar.

Have a good one,
Stay tuned,
Dare 2 Dream,
Timmy