I'm running as part of Team Opteran in support of Sheffield Futures, a fantastic charity that supports young people growing up across Sheffield. Opteran Technologies started in Sheffield, and we want to make sure we contribute to helping Sheffield become a city where there is opportunity for everyone who grows up here.

About Sheffield Futures:

With a 14 year life expectancy gap across just 10 miles, Sheffield is a tale of two cities. We work across Sheffield, particularly in the most deprived areas. We see poverty, overcrowding, and unemployment. In some areas, violence, criminal and sexual exploitation are big challenges.

For nearly 30 years, Sheffield Futures has been here for young people, providing a safe space, a listening ear and the best advice and support to empower them to make positive life choices.

From our drop in wellbeing café to intensive counselling; from our homework club to one-to-one employment assistance, we champion the people behind the statistics. We empower each young person to build a positive future for themselves by providing youth-led, holistic and individualised support.

Our funding has changed dramatically. We rely on the generosity of people like you to keep going.

Thank you for helping us create a better future for Sheffields young people.