Because No Young Person Should Grieve Alone

Balloons is a small charity based in Exeter, Devon, offering specialist support to children and young people aged 5–25 who are facing the devastating impact of bereavement. Whether it’s a parent, sibling, grandparent, or close friend, grief can be overwhelming—and Balloons is there to help them navigate it with compassion, care, and hope.

— A young person supported by Balloons

Running for Balloons means running for:

Hope: Your fundraising helps provide one-to-one support from trained bereavement volunteers.

Healing: It funds creative therapies and memory-making activities that help children express their grief.

Heart: You’ll be part of a community that believes every child deserves to be heard, understood, and supported.

And with every mile, you’ll be helping Balloons reach more families who are struggling to cope with loss.

— Parent of a bereaved child

The London Marathon is more than a race—it’s a chance to change lives. By running for, or supporting someone running for Balloons, you’ll be helping children and young people find light in the darkest of times.