So, my last page closed without me realising!! the money already raised - £60 has been added onto this one so all donations are still there!

I have decided to run the Oxford Half Marathon for personal reasons - never thought i'd WANT to run that far but it's going to be a huge achievement! As i'm doing it anyway, i thought it would be a good opportunity to raise some money.

I looked at lots of charities, but wanted to do something locally and for something that means a lot to me. In my job, i often see children who have lots of musical talent, but can't afford the lessons to help them to develop. Therefore, i decided to raise money for these children! The money raised will be going to the Oxford Music Service and will then be used to fund musical experiences for children who have been identified as having musical talent, but don't have the funds to pursue it. We're not sure exactly what this will be as yet as this will depend on how much i can raise, but it could be lessons for a child / children, purchasing of an instrument, workshops or tours. Whatever it is, it will help children from disadvantaged backgrounds get an amazing musical experience, help them to develop and hopefully have a musical future!

Anything you can donate will be greatly appreciated! Thank you for all those donations already given!!

Lucy