My name is Chandler Bonne and I will be taking part in Ipswich half marathon on 17/09/2023 in memory of two special people. I would like the funds to go towards Zest - Young Adults Service - St Elizabeth Hospice.

St Elizabeth Hospice has been developing Zest since 2015, working closely with East Anglia's Children’s Hospices & other services, to ensure young adults have a smooth transition into adult care.Zest supports young adults aged 14 and upwards with progressive and incurable illnesses to ensure that they get the specialist care, tailored treatment and services they need to be able to enjoy life to the full.

In 2005 I sadly lost my big sister Laiken Bonne, she was born with cerebral palsy and unfortunately passed away at the age of 12 after an unfortunate event at our home in Ipswich. Being in a hospice was a big part of my sister and our family’s life. Helping Laiken with care and putting a smile on her face. Laiken is missed deeply everyday and will forever be in all of our minds and watching down on us all.

Now it’s time to speak about a little hero, Mason Fountain. Mason is 18 years old and sadly passed away on 21/07/2023. Mason suffered with a brain tumour from the age of 5 and fought for 13 years before he gained his wings. Leaving behind parents Shelley and Kevin. Brothers Jack and Teddy, sisters Kloie, Scarlett and Amelie. Mason touched the souls of everyone that was lucky enough to meet him with his cheeky sense of humour and his outstanding bravery. St Elizabeth Hopsice have also done huge amounts for Mason and his family and like many other families would find it extremely hard to manage without them. Fly high Mason, loved and missed very much x

Please if you could donate to this great cause it would be hugely appreciated by both my family and the fountain family.

Thank you