PAPYRUS is the national charity for the Prevention of Young Suicide. Suicide is the biggest killer of young people under the age of 35 in the UK, every year over 1800 young people take their own lives. PAPYRUS provides confidential support and advice to young people struggling with thoughts of suicide, and anyone worried about a young person through their helpline, HOPELINE247. Every £15 raised can contribute towards a life-saving contact to HOPELINE247. Your donations really are changing lives.

I’m running for PAPYRUS in memory of my late boyfriend Al who we lost in 2024. He was always so happy, cheerful and was the light in every room. I’ve only started running since last summer and this will be my first half marathon. I’m running the Great North Run to raise money for PAPYRUS and make more people aware of the amazing, life saving 24/7 HOPELINE they have. Any donations will be gratefully received. Thank you

Sophie