New Hope saved my life. No beating about the bush but they did. They took me from a sleeping bag on the street and sent me off to my own flat and able to even attempt something like this. Last year I ran 50km across the South downs so I don't see a big problem with running from London, my home town, to Brighton, the city that I lived as a rough sleeper. It's 100km. Yep, 100km that is a hell of a long way, and yep I know it is going to hurt. But I will do it, and the reason I know I will do it is the knowledge that I will get maybe just one person from where I was to where I am now. Please please please donate if you can. I really am not doing this for fun!!!

New Hope is a Watford-based charity supporting people currently experiencing homelessness in the town. Recovery from homelessness is possible but it usually isn't easy. This is why New Hope is there every step of the way, walking alongside people - from street outreach to our own accommodation services to independent living - offering bespoke care with patience, compassion and kindness. "Staff are great. I feel supported. I feel safe. I'm learning life skills. I feel hopeful for the future."