A brave guy from Kilmacolm who is living with prostate cancer has managed to raise an incredible £15,000 for the charities that have been supporting him. Danny McIntyre, a 64-year-old amateur golfer, received a shocking diagnosis in January after a chance comment to his GP. However, his determination and fundraising efforts have left everyone in awe.
Danny initially set a target of £5,000, but with the support and generous donations from top golf courses in Scotland, he quickly realized that he could raise much more. He organized a special day at Kilmacolm Golf Club, which attracted a lot of attention and raised a significant amount of money.
Danny’s journey began when he went to his doctor with a cough and mentioned that he had been urinating more frequently at night. A PSA test revealed that he likely had cancer, and after a biopsy and several scans, he underwent a four-week course of radiotherapy in May, which thankfully put him on the path to recovery.
After his diagnosis, Danny decided to give back to the charities that supported him during his difficult time. Prostate Cancer UK and Maggie’s Glasgow became the beneficiaries of his fundraising efforts. Danny expressed his gratitude towards these organizations, stating that they provided wonderful services and helped him immensely.
Danny’s journey was not an easy one. He had scans in various hospitals across Glasgow and underwent treatment at different medical facilities. However, he praised the NHS for their amazing support and had complete confidence in the entire process.
In July, Danny received the good news that his PSA levels were almost undetectable, indicating a positive response to treatment. Encouraged by his progress, he organized a charity golf day at Kilmacolm Golf Club on September 29. Nearly 80 people participated in the event, and Danny managed to secure incredible raffle prizes from renowned golf courses.
During the event, Danny highlighted the importance of early detection and urged men to seek medical advice if they have any concerns. He emphasized that it’s okay to visit the doctor and encouraged men over 50 to get a PSA test.
Danny is incredibly proud of his fundraising achievements and expressed his enjoyment throughout the entire process. He thanked everyone who supported him and contributed to the success of the event.
Trevor Wilson, a volunteer at Prostate Cancer UK, commended Danny for his outstanding efforts and the significant amount of money raised. Heather McArthur, the centre fundraising manager at Maggie’s Glasgow, expressed her admiration for Danny’s achievements and how he brought people together.
Despite his advanced cancer, Danny remains positive about the future and plans to continue playing golf. He acknowledges that there are challenging days, but he is grateful for the support of his wife, Christine, and considers himself fortunate to have overcome the obstacles he faced.
If you would like to contribute to Danny’s fundraising efforts, you can visit his JustGiving page at www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/DanMacsgolfday.