Wow! I reached my initial target in only a few days. Thanks ever so much to everyone who has supported me so far. The target was the one set by my charity, though, and I'm aiming to raise far more than that, so...

Thank you for visiting my fundraising page. Please dig deep and sponsor me online.

As some of you know, I've had a pretty rough summer, and the things that have pulled me through are running, writing and my friends - taking up this challenge makes a big difference to me, and your support means a lot to me, as well as to all the people Big Issue help. And if you think I'm making a heavy play for the sympathy vote, too bloomin' right I am!

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Big Issue Foundation will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.

If you prefer to sponsor me by other means (PayPal, cheque, used fivers), just mail me at kbrooke at infinityplus.co.uk or PayPal direct to paypal (at) infinityplus.co.uk.

So please sponsor me now!

Many thanks for your support.