A BARRY mum who allowed the donation of organs and tissue from her late son and husband, is gearing up for two events this month – to raise money for Kidney Wales.

After the death of their son Richard in 2004 in a skateboarding accident, Gaynor Taylor and her late husband John were told that he carried an organ donor card – which, they said, took the pressure off making the decision of whether or not to donate his organs.

Since then Gaynor has supported Kidney Wales through fundraising walks, as the charity played a big part in setting up the Organ Donor Card.

Gaynor said: "The important thing is that more people sign the register.

"We had no idea Richard carried a card, but it was a comfort for us because we were following his wishes after he died.

"It is a lot easier when a decision has been made. We were asked out of courtesy, but really he had made the decision. That is why we are raising money – it makes such a big difference."

A Quiz Night, raffle and auction is being held at the Park Hotel this Friday, March 13, and Gaynor is hoping to raise £2,000 for the charity.

The annual Barry walk, which now takes place in memory of Gaynor's husband John who died shortly before the 2006 event, is also set to raise money for Kidney Wales.

This year's Barry Walk takes place on Sunday, March 29, and will start at 11am from Morrisons Car Park.

It will follow a circular route, down Broad Street, the Ship Hill, along The Parade, back up past Romilly Park Road, and back to Morrisons.

"We need plenty of people willing to take this small but essential fundraising walk to raise lots of money for Kidney Wales," added Gaynor.

"We raised an amazing £1,250 last year so we are hoping to go that extra mile and our goal this year is £2,000!"

For sponsor forms please call Gaynor Taylor on 01446 744834 and leave a message with your name, address and phone number.