Our team (Harry, Stella & Ellie) at the City Of London is running this year's Hackney Half Marathon to raise money for Hackney Giving! We'll be running through the streets of Hackney on 17th May, all in a good cause: raising money for community groups in Hackney and the City of London.

Hackney Giving is a local giving scheme, bringing together donors who care about the borough's diverse communities: residents, businesses and the statutory sector all use Hackney Giving to channel their funds to grassroots community groups that would be beyond their reach individually.

During the pandemic, community organisations worked hard to keep people safe, make sure they had food and supplies and help people connect with loved ones they couldn't visit. Now they are supporting people with the increased cost of living, providing advice and practical help. Your donation means Hackney Giving can fund these groups to do this vital work. One group said:

"We've used your donation to serve nutritious dinners at our after-school club, and to date, we've provided 420 meals to these families. Your contribution has not only filled empty stomachs but has also filled these children with hope, relief, and a sense of security in knowing that they are not alone."

Thank you for donating!