Evening Telegraph (First Edition)
Jaxon steps up to say thanks
A DUNDEE youngster has raised almost £700 for Macmillan Cancer Support as a way of saying thanks for all the support the charity gave his dad.
Four-year-old Jaxon McLean walked four miles along the city’s Waterfront.
He was inspired to complete the challenge after his dad, John, was diagnosed with cancer in November.
John’s illness left him unable to work for five months and during his time off, Macmillan gave the family a grant to compensate for their loss of income.
Jaxon’s grandfather, Alastair McLean, explained: “Back in November we received the news that Jaxon’s dad, John, had cancer.
“A tumour was growing on his kidney and he required surgery to remove part of his kidney and the tumour.
“It was such a scary and uncertain time for us as a family.
“We contacted Macmillan who offer so many services, from advice and support to financial assistance.
“After receiving a grant from them, which was much appreciated, we decided to try to raise some money to give back to them.
“We never thought we would need such financial help, but you never know what life will throw at you.
“We nominated Jaxon to do a little sponsored walk so we can hopefully donate something back to these amazing people.”
Jaxon was joined on his walk by his three-year-old cousin Theo and their two friends, Emily and Ruby.
The group originally planned to walk across the Tay Road Bridge, but due to high winds they changed their plans and walked almost four miles along the Waterfront.
Jaxon said: “We raised money for the people who made daddy better.
“It was good but really windy. We stopped for a picnic, too.
“They said thank you for the help and mummy and daddy said they’re really proud of me.”
Jaxon’s JustGiving page has so far raised £675 for Macmillan.
Alastair added: “I’m over the moon, so impressed with the kids and what they’ve done.
“Four miles is a lot to walk, especially for kids so small and in that kind of weather. Their energy levels were unbelievable.
“The other thing that has also impressed me is just how much people have been willing to donate to the nurses at Macmillan – it has totally blown away all our expectations.
“I just want to thank everyone who has donated – it has been absolutely amazing.”