Sonja Farish

Sonja's Brathay 10in10 - May 2016

Fundraising for Brathay Trust
£6,537
raised of £7,000 target
by 63 supporters
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Event: Brathay 10in10 2016, from 13 May 2016 to 22 May 2016
Brathay Trust

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We inspire children and young people to engage positively in their communities

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In 2015 I challenged myself to run 10 marathons in 10 days for Brathay Trust's work with young people. I completed the Brathay 10in10 in May and raised funds to support community and residential work with young people across the north of England. The challenge of running 10 marathons over consecutive days, and spending time at Brathay Hall, allowed me to see first-hand the fantastic work carried out by Brathay. At the end of the 2015 event I knew I would be back to do this again!

This time round, as well as the challenge of running, I'm motivated by helping young people in my own community of Barrow-in-Furness.

I was born in Barrow, have lived here all my life and now work with many of the town's schools and other community groups. I understand that, for some young people, growing up in Barrow and getting on in life can be really difficult.

The Furness ‘Get Real’ programme helps young people who are disillusioned with opportunities in their community and are struggling to move forwards. Sessions in the community and residentials at Brathay Hall provide the inspiration to secure employment or to return to education or training.

Please help me to help our local young people. Thank you.

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About the charity

Brathay Trust

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RCN 1021586
We work with a wide range of young people, often with fewer opportunities in life, including those managing the transition from living in care to independence, at risk of exploitation in unhealthy relationships, needing confidence to find work or training, or facing other challenges in their lives.

Donation summary

Total raised
£6,536.32
+ £239.71 Gift Aid
Online donations
£1,448.82
Offline donations
£5,087.50

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