Becky runs a marathon for The Newman Holiday Trust

Becky Connell is raising money for The Newman Holiday Trust
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London Marathon 2024 · 21 April 2024 ·

Established in 1981, the Newman Holiday Trust began by running a one week summer holiday for children with special needs. The Trust now provides holidays for about 130 children with special needs aged four to sixteen each year, in various locations around the UK. Due to the high level of skilled care they require or financial circumstances, the children selected for these breaks would not otherwise receive a holiday. The holidays provide a range of fun activities in a safe and supportive environment and use a care ration of one helper to one child at all times. The Trust is an entirely voluntary organization and owes its success to over 200 people who dedicate their free time to helping these children. This voluntary structure ensures that every penny raised goes directly towards a child's holiday.

Story

I love running so it might not be a surprise that I’ve decided to do a marathon - but there is also a week with the Newman Holiday Trust which is the best 7 days of the year for everyone involved. So this is doing my bit to ensure it happens again and again for all these fantastic children.

What happens in this week?

The Newman Holiday Trust is an entirely voluntary organisation which provides respite holidays for children with disabilities. The variety of activities is unparalleled, the excitement unmatched and the number of songs you will sing? Well, the limit does not exist.

See for yourself:

https://youtu.be/OBsv_uAVEUA?si=MayflPn4NP4r7RXn

And please do come support in person if you can - I have a feeling I’ll need it!

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Donation summary

Total
£2,425.70
+ £475.00 Gift Aid
Online
£2,225.70
Offline
£200.00

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