I'm going to be running my first half-marathon in February and am raising money for the Howard League for Penal Reform. I am sure you know how passionate I am about their work and I would be incredibly grateful for whatever amount you feel able to donate. It's a daunting prospect but your support will help me reach the finish line!

The Howard League does fantastic work campaigning for safer communities, less crime and fewer people in prison. Its campaigns for the protection and wellbeing of children and young people involved in the criminal justice system have achieved some amazing successes. It also works to promote community sentences and standards within prison. You can find out more about its work here: http://www.howardleague.org/key-issues/

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