Thank you for visiting my Just Giving page.

This year I am going to be attempting my first ever half marathon, the Great North Run along with the York 10k to help support York Mind.

Every year, 1 in 4 of us will experience a mental health problem with thousands of those not getting the help and support they need.

I have personally been affected by a mental illness but was fortunate enough to receive the appropriate treatment and support to help me work through my struggles. I cannot thank those enough who helped me through my journey, I certainly would not be where I am today without you all.

That said, the lack of knowledge and local support is one I believe needs addressing.

York Mind is an incredible organisation who offer support for those suffering and aim to raise awareness and improve the understanding of mental health issues.

I am hoping to raise £400 across the two events. To put it into perspective, it costs York Mind approximately £26 to deliver an hour of counselling.

I would hugely appreciate any amount of money you can kindly spare.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read my page and thank you for the support and donations.

Laura x