Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

This is the first (and last!) time I'll ever be asking you for cash, but I think you'll agree it's for a good cause.

I'm running the London Marathon in April 2010 for Shelter – it's the first time I've done anything like this. And I might, potentially, die of a heart attack on The Mall. So, yes, it could be the last.

Shelter is the homelessness charity which helps vulnerable people in Britain with nowhere to live; as well as lobbying the government on housing issues. I think they do pretty good work.

Lastly, don't worry about donating a small amount. For example, if everyone I know on Facebook gave 3 quid then that would be the total reached.

The small print:

Once you donate, JustGiving send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer.