Hi everyone,

As some of you may know, I’m a proud trustee of Families Thriving Together, a charity close to my heart. This incredible organization is dedicated to providing inclusive, barrier-free parenting support for all parents. Through their programs like “Talking Teens” and “Keeping the Child in Mind,” they tackle the challenges of parenting while fostering community, reducing stigma, and making a real difference in the lives of families and children.

I’m passionate about this cause because I truly believe in its transformative power for parents and kids alike. That’s why I’m embarking on an ambitious journey to run at least 500km to raise funds for this life-changing charity. This will all lead up to my ultimate challenge: the London Marathon in April 2026! 🏃‍♂️

My Running Plan:

Over the next year and a bit, I’ll be running:

- 5 x Half Marathons (105km)

- 20 x 10km Races (200km)

- 30 x 5km Runs (150km)

- The London Marathon (42km)

- One final 3km sprint to hit my 500km goal!

All of this will be tracked via Garmin and Strava, so you can follow my progress every step of the way.

Upcoming Races:

- London Winter Run 10K (February 23, 2025 for Cancer Research UK)

- Lulworth Cove 10km (March 1st 2025)

- Staines 10K (May 11th)

- 25km Royal Run Denmark (August 31, 2025)

- Windsor Half Marathon (September 28, 2025)

- Bournemouth Half Marathon (October 12th, 2025)

- Fulham 10km (November 16th, 2025)

- Brighton Half Marathon (Early 2026)

- Weekly 5km runs with my local running club

- Chennai Marathon (Early January 2026) Freshworks

- London Marathon (April 2026)

This challenge will be no walk in the park (literally)! There will be plenty of sweat, effort, and maybe a few tears along the way. But with your support, I know I can do it.

How You Can Help:

💖 Donate: Your contribution, big or small, will directly support Families Thriving Together in helping parents and children thrive. Skip my birthday or Christmas gifts (except you, Richard!) and donate to this meaningful cause instead.

👟 Join Me: If you have a race planned, I’d love the company! Invite me along or pace me at a local run.

🎉 Cheer Me On: Encouragement will fuel my miles! Follow my journey, share my updates, and help spread the word.

Together, we can make a lasting impact on families across the UK. Your support means everything to me, the charity, and the parents and children who will benefit from these programs.

Let’s make 2025-2026 a time of inspiration, community, and change—one step (and race) at a time.

Thank you so much for your generosity and belief in this cause!

With love and determination,

John