On the 15th of October I'll be running the Birmingham marathon with the aim of raising funds for Zanokhanyo Children's Safety Home, in Khayelitsha, South Africa.

The plight of the home was brought to my attention by my sister, who has decided to support the home in any way she can.

Zanokhanyo, meaning "bringing light", currently homes 19 children and is a safe and secure centre for orphaned and abandoned children in the underprivileged and underdeveloped township. The home was founded in 2005 by an incredible couple, Christophe and Nolu, who opened their hearts and homes to the struggling children, giving them the love they deserve alongside their own children. Sadly Christophe passed away and "Mama" Nolu is now the sole carer for her children.

Funds are being raised to improve the facilities within the home, increase the current monthly food budget of approximately £170 and to ensure all the educational requirements of the children are met.

All proceeds raised will go directly to assisting the home and bringing light to these children's lives.

For more information, check out http://www.zanokhanyo.org/about-us

Thank you.