I've been running for about 10 years but never attempted a marathon. Having had a recent milestone birthday, I thought it was time I gave it a go! I've supported other homeless charities in the past, but read an inspirational article recently about how The Running Charity are turning young people's lives around through running. I think it's a great initiative and hope you'll help me support such a worthwhile cause. Thank You!

The Running Charity believes that running is as good for your mind as it is for your body. Running builds resilience and self-esteem, and we use this to improve the lives of 16-25 year-olds who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Homelessness can happen at any time and to anyone. And when it happens to a young person it can affect them for the rest of their life. We use running to improve fitness and instil a goal-setting mentality that are key tools in helping these vulnerable young people to build healthy, sustainable futures.