I'm getting ready to dust off my running shoes for a half marathon through Hackney. I'm part of a team of 35 seasoned runners and first timers running 13.1 miles to raise money for Hackney Quest.

Hackney Quest aims to give young people, families, and community members the practical and emotional support they need to develop and pursue their aspirations and deal positively with life’s challenges.

They help build confidence, develop new skills, widen perspectives and opportunities, as well as uncover existing strengths and capacities.

"You guys really do make a difference, you may not see it now but generations of children will grow up into adults that remember their experiences with Hackney Quest". 44 yr old ex_Questor.