<p>Hello!</p> <p>After years of vowing I'd never be stupid enough to put myself through the pain of running the marathon, I've finally gone mad and signed up for it. So this April 22nd I'll be enduring 26 and a bit miles of pain, and it would be lovely if you could sponsor me - as I'm sure that knowing I have your support will help me make it to the finish line.</p> <p>I'm running for a cause that's very close to my heart - helping to improve access to healthcare for some of the world's poorest and most marginalised people.&nbsp;<br><br>While travelling round the world I saw the effects that extreme poverty has in many countries - and that's why I've chosen to run for Health Poverty Action, a fantastic charity that works in countries like Guatemala, Nicaragua, Peru, Cambodia, Laos &amp; Burma.</p> <p>They work in a number of really important areas such as improving access to maternal healthcare, HIV/AIDS prevention, fighting malaria, improving basic health services and helping to protect children from violence and forced labour.</p> <p>Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving &ndash; they&rsquo;ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they&rsquo;ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it&rsquo;s the most efficient way to donate - I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.</p> <p>So please dig deep and donate now.</p>