Hello,

I’m Ben and this May I will be running my first marathon in support of Edinburgh Food Project.

I have chosen to run for Edinburgh Food Project because of the increasing demand on foodbanks in Edinburgh and further afield. Their work is hugely important in tackling food poverty and providing longer term support to those who use their services. Any donations are greatly appreciated to support this amazing charity.

Edinburgh Food Project runs seven foodbank centres across the city offering emergency food parcels to people in crisis. These crucial parcels provide immediate relief from hunger and worry, giving people the opportunity to deal with other issues that may be affecting them.

Edinburgh Food Project also runs a FCA Accredited Money Advice Service offering debt, budgeting and benefit advice, and works with partners to help people find a way out of poverty for good.