Hi Everyone,

I'm taking part in the London Marathon on the 2nd October 2022 and I'm raising money for the Single Homeless Project in London. 

Each day across all 32 London boroughs, SHP work with individuals to tackle the underlying causes of homelessness, such as poor mental health or drug and alcohol dependency. With 40 years of expertise and a London-wide reach, they make a difference to more than 10,000 lives every year. Often that means being there for people at a critical time whether to prevent their eviction or help them off the street; to get them into drug or alcohol treatment or support them with their mental health; or to help them find a job and a flat so that they can take the final steps to living on their own. Perhaps most important of all, their work restores hope to people who might otherwise feel forgotten, left behind or written off, providing crucial footholds in their recovery journey from which they can go on to build independent and fulfilling lives.

This charity really does go the extra mile. I got to meet some of the runners who are taking part in the Royal Parks Half Marathon, through this I was able to get more of an insight, in just how the charity's work really does transform someone's life. Simon from SHP, who led the run was pushed into homelessness a few years ago. But since then he has turned his life around with the help of the Single Homeless Project. They have helped him find a home, grow his skills and confidence and find employment. He's even set a world record for completing the most jumping jacks in 30 seconds. 

To find out more about this incredible charity, please visit Single Homeless Project (shp.org.uk). As the cost of living rises, more and more people are at risk of becoming homeless. I would be so grateful if you could support SHP by giving a donation to help prevent homelessness.

Thank you in advance for any donations, it is greatly appreciated. 

Cheryl xxx