The Monty Project

05/08/2024

If you look at what and who is trending you're going to be depressed.
But we have a choice.
We can share kindness.
We can spread love.
We can choose, we don't have to be led.
Be the world you want to live in.

24/07/2024

We had a fabulous day yesterday down in Cannock with Fireworks. Bandit was an absolute superstar and really enjoyed meeting everyone. Thank you for asking us down.

23/07/2024

lingua fuori martedì. It's tongue out Tuesday innit?

22/07/2024

I had a big run around the soggy field today and then a bath. Tomorrow I'm meeting lots of mini hoomans for two sessions for the The Monty Project and Fireworks I'm such a busy boy.

20/07/2024

We do a lot of work with Bandit in terms of him being predictable in situations that are unpredictable. This is what he comes across in schools and his work with children. This involves putting him in as many situations as possible that may trigger a response and seeing how he deals with it.
We have been really lucky with him because although he's a very typical two year old most of the time he 'gets it'. He definitely understands when it's time to play and time to work.
Another good test for him which he passed with ease.

18/07/2024

Tickets are now available for Bandit, Stories and crafts at Prospect Village Hall, on Tuesday 23rd July 2024. Click the link for further information and to secure your tickets now!

28/06/2024

So two years ago today this little fella arrived from Italy. After a heartbreaking three months earlier in the year I think it’s fair to say he put a smile back on our faces. So happy gotcha day to our idiot sandwich and all round class clown Bandit.

27/06/2024

These two ❤ ❤ Such a lovely friendship

20/06/2024

Once again thank you to everyone who donated and supported our recent fundraiser for Fireworks and The Monty Project. Bandit and Cookie took part in a marathon in a week and look how proud they are with their medals.

09/06/2024

Our application has gone in to the charity commision for us to become a registered charity. It may take around 8 weeks before we find out but hopefully this time we'll be successful.
Fingers crossed everyone.

07/06/2024

The hoomans thought I was ready to have strokes from the mini hoomans today at the learning zoo. So after each session they all lined and gave me fusses. Phew, I'm all cuddled out, it was great though. I don't think me floofywagger has ever moved so fast.

03/06/2024

We did it. £1260 raised. A a massive thank you to everyone who contributed or shared. 🙏

Monday 27th May to Sunday 2nd June 2024 The Monty Project and Fireworks are asking you to join in and run, walk, scoot or cycle a marathon in a week. You can do all the miles yourself or split them with friends and family. On your marks, get set, GO!

02/06/2024

Well we've reached our target this morning. Bandit did 27.7 miles in his Marathon in a week quest. He was even helped at the end by Cookie who helped to get the total over the finish line. The donation page finishes today but still time to add to our total if you'd like to.

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/montyandfireworks?utm_medium=campaign&utm_content=campaign%2Fmontyandfireworks&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=pfp-share

31/05/2024

31/05/2024

My walk this morning was a sunny one and added more to my total for the marathon in a week. Getting closer but still time to donate.

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/montyandfireworks?utm_medium=campaign&utm_content=campaign%2Fmontyandfireworks&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=pfp-share

30/05/2024

A huge thank you to everyone who has donated and/or shared our 'marathon in a week' posts. We have reached our second target of £1000 which is amazing. Most of the work setting this up was done by Katy Holtham who runs Fireworks a charity we work really closely with. Katy is also a trustee with the Monty Project and has been invaluable helping us navigate through the difficulties of applying for charity status.
It's been tough since we lost Monty but the followers and friends that have stayed there with us and supported us through this transition has been amazing. The years of posts. stories and poems ended when he left us as did lots of our 'friends', but things move on, and it's fantastic to enter this new adventure with all of you there with us.

Thank you again.

30/05/2024

Our first walk this morning and it takes my total to 14.5 miles so I’m over halfway to my marathon. We really want reach £1000 for Fireworks and The Monty Project and we’re so close please can you spare a few pennies or share with your friends and family.
Thank you to everyone who has donated so far 🙏

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/montyandfireworks?utm_medium=campaign&utm_content=campaign%2Fmontyandfireworks&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=pfp-share

29/05/2024

Amazing effort from everyone

We may not know how far Benjamin Bunny has hopped but we do know that some people are over half way through their marathon in a week.
We’ve had the most amazing amount of support for all of those taking part. We aimed for £500 to share between us and The Monty Project, yet we are over £900!
We thought it would be fab to make it to £1000 by Sunday, double our original target, so if you’re able to support all those completing this challenge, however small the amount, we would be incredibly grateful.
It’s now time to chill out just like Benjamin Bunny 🐰

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/montyandfireworks

29/05/2024

We may not know how far Benjamin Bunny has hopped but we do know that some people are over half way through their marathon in a week.
We’ve had the most amazing amount of support for all of those taking part. We aimed for £500 to share between us and The Monty Project, yet we are over £900!
We thought it would be fab to make it to £1000 by Sunday, double our original target, so if you’re able to support all those completing this challenge, however small the amount, we would be incredibly grateful.
It’s now time to chill out just like Benjamin Bunny 🐰

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/montyandfireworks

29/05/2024

A bit further yesterday in my attempt to walk a marathon in a week with dad. Thank you to everyone who has sponsored me. We’re nearly at £1000. Last big push.

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/montyandfireworks?utm_medium=campaign&utm_content=campaign%2Fmontyandfireworks&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=pfp-share

28/05/2024

This just arrived in the mail, isn't it beautiful? Lots of leaky eyes in our house now.
If you want to see more of the artists wonderful work and maybe pick something out yourself the link is below. If you purchase anything 10% will generously be donated to the Monty Project. Just mention us when you order.

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.2958145207755891&type=3

28/05/2024

Yesterday’s total and another wet walk this morning. We aim for 26.2 miles by the end of the week. You can still sponsor us whatever amount as it’s all appreciated. 🙏 Fireworks The Monty Project

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/montyandfireworks

27/05/2024

Slow start but we never got in till midnight so still half asleep

Check out my activity on AllTrails.

27/05/2024

Dad’s home and we’re starting this morning even though I haven’t had anybody sponsor me yet. 😢 I still have to help.
I’m doing a marathon in a week for Fireworks and The Monty Project
If you would like to sponsor me, details are in the link.
Thankyou.

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/montyandfireworks

26/05/2024

I’m doing a marathon in a week for Fireworks and The Monty Project
If you would like to sponsor me, details are in the link.
Thankyou.

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/montyandfireworks

22/05/2024

Two great causes and a lot of fun as you raise money.

Email Fireworks or The Monty Project to let us know you are going to take part and who you will be completing your marathon with.

19/05/2024

I was down the field early this morning cos it's going to get hot today and I need to spend the day in the shade chilling.