Alistair McDermid
6  year  Mo Bro

£0

Target: £1,000
raised £4,936 since 2018
My motivation
Fundraising for cause areas including:
Mental health and suicide prevention

After my record-breaking Movember last year, I am very excited to be growing again for Movember 2022!

As you may expect, this year, I'll be hoping to raise as much money as I can for Movember and the amazing work they do in fighting male suicide. It's now nearly three years since my best pal Ruairidh took his own life. Time goes on, but still, there isn't a day that goes by where I don't miss him.

The Samaritans stated that in 2021, over 750 Scots committed suicide, and roughly 75% of them were men. 750 sons, daughters, mothers, fathers, brothers and sisters. The good news is that was down 53 from 2020 - 53 people who continue to add to our lives in every moment of their existence.

It is slow, but progress is being made. Please help me continue standing up for mental health, and against depression and suicide by donating to my Mo Space. Every pound we raise, I hope, will help to save someone's life.

For your donation, you will get to enjoy me embarrassing myself for another year. I’ll also be aiming to run 60km across the month for the 60 men who die to suicide every hour.

Above anything, let's keep spreading the good word. If you are feeling shite and need to talk to someone, please do. It is tough, and often hard to expect anyone to even comprehend your struggles, but there are so many people that would love to hear you talk about it than not to. If you notice a friend or loved one acting differently, please don't brush it aside. Reach out to them. You may just save their life.

Thanks for reading and big love x
Al

“Get together now, find hope;
There is life beyond the one you already know.”
- Scott Hutchison

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Previous year's posts

YOU DID IT BUSINESS CLUB!

The hairy season is now over! We hope you’ve had a brilliant month Growing, Moving and Hosting with your colleagues.

So far, the Movember Business Club has raised an incredible £1.53 million for men’s health and this is down to your amazing fundraising! The support you and your colleagues have given us will ensure Movember can help more men to live happier, healthier and longer lives.

There’s still time to get your final donations in and to match your funds if your company has a matching scheme. The leaderboard will close at 10pm on the 11th DECEMBER so hurry, there’s still time to change your final position - Mo on!

Previous year's posts

YOU DID IT BUSINESS CLUB!

The hairy season is now over! We hope you’ve had a brilliant month Growing, Moving and Hosting with your colleagues.

So far, the Movember Business Club has raised an incredible £1.53 million for men’s health and this is down to your amazing fundraising! The support you and your colleagues have given us will ensure Movember can help more men to live happier, healthier and longer lives.

There’s still time to get your final donations in and to match your funds if your company has a matching scheme. The leaderboard will close at 10pm on the 11th DECEMBER so hurry, there’s still time to change your final position - Mo on!

TODAY IS DONOR DAY

UK Mos, this is a day to reward your generous donors. Share with friends and family that if they donate £15 today to your Mo space, they'll be in with a chance of winning some amazing prizes including: a £5,000 kitchen voucher, £1,000 travel voucher and a Cambridge Audio record player worth £850 - WOW!

The draw closes at 11:59PM TONIGHT so hurry and get donating now!

TODAY IS DONOR DAY

UK Mos, this is a day to reward your generous donors. Share with friends and family that if they donate £15 today to your Mo space, they'll be in with a chance of winning some amazing prizes including: a £5,000 kitchen voucher, £1,000 travel voucher and a Cambridge Audio record player worth £850 - WOW!

The draw closes at 11:59PM TONIGHT so hurry and get donating now!

DONOR DAY INCENTIVE (UK ONLY)

TOMORROW at 12:00 AM GMT on Tuesday 28th November, donate £15 or more to Mo Space to be in with a chance of winning some epic prizes including:

• A£5,000 Howdens KITCHEN voucher
• £1,000 travel voucher
• Cambridge Audio ALVA ST Belt Drive Turntable

The draw is open to all UK residents aged 18+ and closes on the 28th November at 11:59 PM GMT. You can enter the draw a maximum of 10 times.

The winners will be selected at random through a draw on the 4th December. All winners will be contacted via email on the 6th December.

Check out the terms and conditions for more information: https://uk.movember.com/terms#PRIZING_TERMS

DONOR DAY INCENTIVE (UK ONLY)

TOMORROW at 12:00 AM GMT on Tuesday 28th November, donate £15 or more to Mo Space to be in with a chance of winning some epic prizes including:

• A£5,000 Howdens KITCHEN voucher
• £1,000 travel voucher
• Cambridge Audio ALVA ST Belt Drive Turntable

The draw is open to all UK residents aged 18+ and closes on the 28th November at 11:59 PM GMT. You can enter the draw a maximum of 10 times.

The winners will be selected at random through a draw on the 4th December. All winners will be contacted via email on the 6th December.

Check out the terms and conditions for more information: https://uk.movember.com/terms#PRIZING_TERMS

Business Mos, the end is in sight!

For those that braved the shave 24 days ago, the stubble is coming back to you now. On your top lip at least.

You. Look. Good.

Now’s the time to dig deep, dig in and commit to Mo. Remember the men you’re doing it for and get those final donations in.

You're Mo legends.

Business Mos, the end is in sight!

For those that braved the shave 24 days ago, the stubble is coming back to you now. On your top lip at least.

You. Look. Good.

Now’s the time to dig deep, dig in and commit to Mo. Remember the men you’re doing it for and get those final donations in.

You're Mo legends.

WOW BUSINESS CLUB - THAT WAS FAST!

Gillette Matching in the UK and Spain has RUN OUT. There’s still time to get your donations matched in the following countries…..

• Ireland
• Germany
• Netherlands
• Switzerland
• Sweden
• Denmark
• Norway

We expect this will run out within a few hours. Once its gone, it’s gone…. GO GO GO!

WOW BUSINESS CLUB - THAT WAS FAST!

Gillette Matching in the UK and Spain has RUN OUT. There’s still time to get your donations matched in the following countries…..

• Ireland
• Germany
• Netherlands
• Switzerland
• Sweden
• Denmark
• Norway

We expect this will run out within a few hours. Once its gone, it’s gone…. GO GO GO!

FREE MONEY

From 9am GMT TOMORORW (23rd November) our Official Partner Gillette will be matching £20 Mo Space donations, with an additional £20 gift from them!

This promotion is available on individual & team pages in the UK, Ireland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Sweden, Denmark and Norway.

The donation must be 20 GBP/EUR/CHF/DKK/SEK/NOK to be matched. Gillette will do this until their donation pot runs out.

ACT FAST - once it’s gone, it’s gone…

FREE MONEY

From 9am GMT TOMORORW (23rd November) our Official Partner Gillette will be matching £20 Mo Space donations, with an additional £20 gift from them!

This promotion is available on individual & team pages in the UK, Ireland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Sweden, Denmark and Norway.

The donation must be 20 GBP/EUR/CHF/DKK/SEK/NOK to be matched. Gillette will do this until their donation pot runs out.

ACT FAST - once it’s gone, it’s gone…

DOUBLE YOUR DONATIONS BUSINESS MOS

To help you raise even more for men's health, TOMORROW (Thursday 9th November) our official partner NordVPN will be topping up Mo Space donation with an additional gift from them.

From 9am GMT, NordVPN will match £20 donations with a £20 gift from them, until their £50k prize pot runs out – WOW!

This will apply to individual or team Mo Spaces in the UK only, but don’t worry, there will be an EU wide matching initiative happening later this month. Stay tuned…

ACT FAST and set a reminder for 9am to ensure you don’t miss out!

DOUBLE YOUR DONATIONS BUSINESS MOS

To help you raise even more for men's health, TOMORROW (Thursday 9th November) our official partner NordVPN will be topping up Mo Space donation with an additional gift from them.

From 9am GMT, NordVPN will match £20 donations with a £20 gift from them, until their £50k prize pot runs out – WOW!

This will apply to individual or team Mo Spaces in the UK only, but don’t worry, there will be an EU wide matching initiative happening later this month. Stay tuned…

ACT FAST and set a reminder for 9am to ensure you don’t miss out!

83 Week(s) Ago

Hi Alistair



Thank you for answering the call of the Mo, it’s great to have you back on board! Last year you hit the giddy heights of our Platinum Club and we can’t thank you enough for your amazing support.



Thanks to you, more men can live healthier and longer lives. To read about some of the projects you’ve helped to fund in 2023 go to movember.com/impact



If relevant, add in something about their motivation or fundraising challenge here such as.

We’re here to guide you on your Mo journey so please get in touch if you need anything at all. Mo on!



James, Mo HQ

83 Week(s) Ago

Hi Alistair



Thank you for answering the call of the Mo, it’s great to have you back on board! Last year you hit the giddy heights of our Platinum Club and we can’t thank you enough for your amazing support.



Thanks to you, more men can live healthier and longer lives. To read about some of the projects you’ve helped to fund in 2023 go to movember.com/impact



If relevant, add in something about their motivation or fundraising challenge here such as.

We’re here to guide you on your Mo journey so please get in touch if you need anything at all. Mo on!



James, Mo HQ

IT’S MO TIME BUSINESS MOS!

The Mo is Calling and we need you to help us change the face of men’s health. Now is the time to spread the word and get as many people signed up as possible.

Whether you’re Growing a Mo, Moving 60km or hosting a Mo-ment, you will make a difference! Here's a little video to get you inspired for the hairiest month that lies ahead...

Mo on,
Russ, Daisy, James & Josh - The Business Club Team

IT’S MO TIME BUSINESS MOS!

The Mo is Calling and we need you to help us change the face of men’s health. Now is the time to spread the word and get as many people signed up as possible.

Whether you’re Growing a Mo, Moving 60km or hosting a Mo-ment, you will make a difference! Here's a little video to get you inspired for the hairiest month that lies ahead...

Mo on,
Russ, Daisy, James & Josh - The Business Club Team

Previous year's activities
127 Week(s) Ago
I ran 3.5 km00:23:14

127 Week(s) Ago
I ran 3.5 km00:23:14

Previous year's donations
128 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Peter Reid
£50

Thanks Ali, have a good Xmas

128 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Peter Reid
£50

Thanks Ali, have a good Xmas

128 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
an anonymous supporter
£75
128 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
an anonymous supporter
£75

And that’s a wrap on Movember 2022!

You've grown, moved and hosted, all in the name of men's health. Together, you've raised a whopping £1.39 MILLION which will help us fund programmes & research for Prostate cancer, Testicular Cancer and Mental Health - THANK YOU!

A huge shout out to those in our final top 20 - Deloitte, PwC, Amazon, KPMG, Worley, Kelly Group, Takeda, ISS World Services, EY, ARM, Markel Mo’s, Standard Club, Eversheds Sutherland, BlackRock, HSBC, IT-Barten, GSA Capital, Aston Martin, Barclays & Visa.

Wishing you all a very happy festive season and see you in 2023!

Mo love,
The Movember Business Club Team.

And that’s a wrap on Movember 2022!

You've grown, moved and hosted, all in the name of men's health. Together, you've raised a whopping £1.39 MILLION which will help us fund programmes & research for Prostate cancer, Testicular Cancer and Mental Health - THANK YOU!

A huge shout out to those in our final top 20 - Deloitte, PwC, Amazon, KPMG, Worley, Kelly Group, Takeda, ISS World Services, EY, ARM, Markel Mo’s, Standard Club, Eversheds Sutherland, BlackRock, HSBC, IT-Barten, GSA Capital, Aston Martin, Barclays & Visa.

Wishing you all a very happy festive season and see you in 2023!

Mo love,
The Movember Business Club Team.

130 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Anja Ward
£20
130 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Anja Ward
£20

Did you know that 20% of donations tend to come in once Movember is over?

Top tip to double your fundraising - Many organisations offer to match your funds raised for charity, pound for pound. If you're employed, ask your HR manager if this is offered by your company!

Find out more here: https://uk.movember.com/story/what-s-gift-matching-and-how-do-i-get-it

If you need any help with your company’s matched funding scheme or with making a transaction, please reach out to businessmos@movember.com

Mo love,
Russ, Daisy and Tess – The Business Club Team.

Did you know that 20% of donations tend to come in once Movember is over?

Top tip to double your fundraising - Many organisations offer to match your funds raised for charity, pound for pound. If you're employed, ask your HR manager if this is offered by your company!

Find out more here: https://uk.movember.com/story/what-s-gift-matching-and-how-do-i-get-it

If you need any help with your company’s matched funding scheme or with making a transaction, please reach out to businessmos@movember.com

Mo love,
Russ, Daisy and Tess – The Business Club Team.

130 Week(s) Ago
I ran 5.05 km00:27:48

130 Week(s) Ago
I ran 5.05 km00:27:48

131 Week(s) Ago
I ran 10 km01:07:05

131 Week(s) Ago
I ran 10 km01:07:05

HAPPY MOVEMBER 30TH BUSINESS MOS!

Which companies are taking the top spots at this stage of the competition?

1. Deloitte Europe
2. PwC Europe
3. KPMG Europe
4. Amazon Europe
5. Worley
6. EY Europe
7. Markel Mo’s
8. Standard Club
9. BlackRock Europe
10. Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant Formula One

Keep going! You’re still in with a chance of landing in one of the top spots.

To each and every one of you – THANK YOU. The work we do would not be possible without your incredible support!

Mo love,
Russ, Daisy & Tess – The Movember Business Club Team.

HAPPY MOVEMBER 30TH BUSINESS MOS!

Which companies are taking the top spots at this stage of the competition?

1. Deloitte Europe
2. PwC Europe
3. KPMG Europe
4. Amazon Europe
5. Worley
6. EY Europe
7. Markel Mo’s
8. Standard Club
9. BlackRock Europe
10. Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant Formula One

Keep going! You’re still in with a chance of landing in one of the top spots.

To each and every one of you – THANK YOU. The work we do would not be possible without your incredible support!

Mo love,
Russ, Daisy & Tess – The Movember Business Club Team.

IT’S GIVING TUESDAY BUSINESS MOS!

UK Mos, do you fancy winning a £1,000 holiday?!

Donate £10 to your page OR encourage your friends/family/colleagues to donate, to be in with the chance of winning some epic prizes!

All donors who give £10 TODAY will be entered into a draw to win:
- £1,000 travel voucher
- Brand new Xbox Series X
- 5x £100 John Lewis vouchers

The draw closes at 11:59 GMT on the 29th November. Winners of the prizes will be notified by the 6th December 2022 so get donating and chase your final pledges and promises for support now!

Mo love,
Russ, Daisy & Tess – The Movember Business Club Team.

IT’S GIVING TUESDAY BUSINESS MOS!

UK Mos, do you fancy winning a £1,000 holiday?!

Donate £10 to your page OR encourage your friends/family/colleagues to donate, to be in with the chance of winning some epic prizes!

All donors who give £10 TODAY will be entered into a draw to win:
- £1,000 travel voucher
- Brand new Xbox Series X
- 5x £100 John Lewis vouchers

The draw closes at 11:59 GMT on the 29th November. Winners of the prizes will be notified by the 6th December 2022 so get donating and chase your final pledges and promises for support now!

Mo love,
Russ, Daisy & Tess – The Movember Business Club Team.

131 Week(s) Ago
I ran 5.02 km00:37:43

131 Week(s) Ago
I ran 5.02 km00:37:43

131 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
an anonymous supporter
£10

It’s me, hi, I’m the donor it’s me. Well done Ali xx

132 Week(s) Ago
I ran 5.01 km00:35:01

132 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
an anonymous supporter
£5

Cracking job mate, keep it going

132 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Matt Lawn
£20
132 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Katie Macdonald
£50

So so proud of you Al xxx

132 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Angus Forsyth
£25
132 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Doug Henderson
£10

Incredible effort pal!

132 Week(s) Ago
I ran 5 km00:26:45

KEEP MATCHING EU BUSINESS MOS!

There’s still time to double your donations if you’re based in France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain & Switzerland.

Here's the Gillette Matching Status for those of you still asking friends/family/colleagues to donate 20 GBP/EUR/CHF to your individual/team pages:

France: €11,500 of €15k used.
Germany: €5,820 of €30k used.
Netherlands: €6,620 of €30k used.
Spain: €12,620 of €15k used.
Switzerland: CHF5,720 of CHF30k used.

Mo on,
Russ, Daisy and Tess – The Business Club Team

132 Week(s) Ago
I ran 6.01 km00:39:05

LISTEN UP BUSINESS MOS!

To help you raise even more for men's health, TOMORROW (Wednesday 23rd November) our friends at Gillette will be topping up donations on your Mo Space with an additional gift from them.

From 9am your local time, Gillette will match 20 (GBP/EUR/CHF) to your total until their prize pot runs out.

This will apply to any individual or team Mo Space in the UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Switzerland, Netherlands & Spain.

ACT FAST to ensure you don’t miss out!

132 Week(s) Ago
I ran 4.99 km00:27:58

133 Week(s) Ago
I ran 5.11 km00:29:50

133 Week(s) Ago
I ran 2.04 km00:12:32

DOUBLE YOUR DONATIONS BUSINESS CLUB!
From 9am TOMORROW (Friday 11th November), our official partner L’Oréal, will be topping up donations of £20 or more made on your Mo Space pages, with an additional £20 gift from them! This will work on individual or team pages based in the UK.
L’Oréal will be doing this until they reach their £50K limit so ACT FAST. Once it’s gone, it’s gone…
Mo on,
Russ, Daisy and Tess - The Movember Business Club Team.

134 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Ryan Drain
£20
134 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Aoife Clarke
£10
134 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Mark Hunter
£15
134 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Julie Baillie
£10
135 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
George Alexakis
£100

IT’S MO TIME BUSINESS MOS!
Together we are changing the face of men's health! Get your mates/club/society signed up and get involved, whether your Growing a Mo, Moving 60km, hosting a Mo-ment or Mo-ing your own way - we salute you!
Here's a little video to get you inspired for the hairiest month that lies ahead...
Mo on,
Russ, Daisy and Tess - The Movember Business Club Team

135 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Debbie Henderson
£20
135 Week(s) Ago
I ran 6.14 km00:35:27

135 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Valerie Robertson
£10
135 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Gordon McDermid
£20

Well done Alistair
From Dad

135 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Joseph Macdonald
£30
135 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Louisa Baillie Sharp
£20

Good luck!!

135 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Melanie McDermid
£20

So proud of you doing this again this year Alistair. Love Mum x

135 Week(s) Ago
I walked 4.79 km01:18:41

135 Week(s) Ago
I walked 4.44 km01:05:02

Hey Business Mos!

DID YOU KNOW, Mo Bros & Mo Sisters who use Facebook Fundraising raise 180% more funds?

You can activate it on your page in 3 clicks and all funds raised through Facebook will appear on your Mo Space. Check out the video below...

287 Week(s) Ago

Note: As donations can be made privately, not all donations are displayed to the public.