My 2.6 Challenge - 26.2 Marathons

Karl Smith is raising money for KidsOut UK
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My 2.6 Challenge - 26.2 Marathons · 21 April 2020

KidsOut is the national charity which provides fun and happiness for children and young people living in difficult and challenging circumstances The children we help come from all manner of backgrounds. Some have learning difficulties or are physically disabled and all of them deserve some fun.

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Hi Everyone,

If you're reading this, you may already know that I'm a keen runner and generally struggle to sit still. So, I thought I'd use my energy to help out a charity that I only recently became aware of - KidsOut. On a work call today, a spokesperson for the charity moved me to tears giving an update of what they do, and in particular, the challenges some children and families face during Covid-19. 

This really hit home for me personally, so I've decided to give the 26.2 challenge a go by running the equivalent of 26.2 marathons. That’s 688 miles, as quickly as I can.

It's clear that raising money through the traditional events has been dramatically affected by Covid-19.  As a result, charities need us more than ever. I'm just doing my bit to help by putting something I love to good use. 

If you have time, please take a look into the KidsOut charity and their amazing story. As a Dad myself, it really struck home how lucky I am, and how there is always hope.

I've set myself a target of £2000 so if you can spare a few quid then that would be awesome. And by the way, if lockdown extends beyond the current exercise restrictions, I will run it round my garden. It just might take a bit longer :)

Donation summary

Total
£20,802.20
+ £453.80 Gift Aid
Online
£2,052.20
Offline
£18,750.00

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