Joanne Howard

Joanne is running The London Marathon 2018

Fundraising for Mind
£2,545
raised of £2,000 target
by 55 supporters
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Event: London Marathon 2018, on 22 April 2018
In memory of Jay Hudson
The Virgin Money London Marathon
Campaign by Mind (RCN 219830)
To raise vital funds for Mind through fundraising in the 2018 Virgin Money London Marathon.

Story

On the 26th February 2017, life changed in an instant.
After hours of searching through the night i had to say goodbye to my oldest friend and the sister I never had.
It was a complete shock to everyone that this beautiful woman had felt life would be better without her, so much so she felt she had no other option but to take her own life in the most tragic way. If only she had known how wrong she was. I can speak for all those who loved her and say that it has left a big hole in our hearts that no one can fill.

Since her death, as a way of coping with the loss, along with my good friend Michelle, I started running!
Its been a big help in keeping positive and not slipping into the dark place that is depression.
I have been lucky enough to be offered a place in the London Marathon 2018 for Mind, a charity doing great work to remove the stigma around the hidden illness that is mental health.
I am doing this for Jay, I want to complete the marathon in Jays memory and help a great charity.
So please join me in raising money whilst remembering a truly beautiful person 💕

About the campaign

To raise vital funds for Mind through fundraising in the 2018 Virgin Money London Marathon.

About the charity

Mind

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RCN 219830
We’re Mind, the mental health charity, working across England & Wales. We believe no one should face a mental health problem alone. We’re here for you. Whether you’re stressed, depressed or in crisis. We’ll listen, give support & advice, & fight your corner. Thanks for fundraising for national Mind.

Donation summary

Total raised
£2,545.00
+ £188.75 Gift Aid
Online donations
£1,915.00
Offline donations
£630.00

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