I have been lucky enough to win a ballot place in this year's London Marathon, taking place on October 3rd 2021.

I have decided to use the opportunity to raise money for a charity, and have picked Home-Start UK - a charity helping families with young children when they need it most. 

I feel very lucky to have had a brilliant support network over the last six years of young family life, so know how important it is to have help and guidance available. Working alongside parents in their own homes Home-Start help them cope with the stresses and strains of life and make sure they have the skills, confidence and strength they need to nurture their children.

I would be really grateful for any donation you are able to make to help me reach my target of raising £1000 for Home-Start UK.

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