Hello! Thank you for visiting my page.

On Sunday 27 April 2025, I will be running the London marathon. Building on athletic success last enjoyed during junior school sports day, I think I’m probably unlikely to trouble the podium; survival will be achievement enough.

What would be even better than just surviving, however, & would certainly encourage me through training & the day itself, is if you would be willing to sponsor my efforts, & help me raise some money for the Haven in Wolverhampton.

The Haven supports women and children who are vulnerable to domestic violence, abuse, and homelessness by providing safe, emergency accommodation and community-based support services. 

Those services, including refuge & safe house accommodation, a 24/7 helpline, support for those living in the local community, advocacy & advice, specialist programmes, counselling & therapy, & children’s services, obviously cost a significant amount of money. The continued provision of those vital services will be helped by any amount that you are able to sponsor me, however big or small.

It is a sad part of the work that I do that I frequently encounter women & children who would benefit from the use of these services. I would be extremely grateful if you could help me in any small way to ensure that they remain available.

As an additional benefit of any sponsorship, please feel free to track my progress on the day on the London marathon site/app, & experience the pleasure of imagining my pain & suffering in real time.

Thank you for visiting this page. James x

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