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I am raising donations for Samaritans to help raise awareness for the vital role they play in suicide prevention, a cause that is very close to me due to a personal loss.

My personal motivation for this effort comes from losing my niece over a year ago. My niece tragically took her own life at the age of 16 in Nov 2024, which has caused immense grief for my family. It was an unimaginable loss that we continue to live with every day, and I will always cherish her memory and her infectious laugh. While this is not something I would normally speak about publicly, I wanted to speak out to highlight that support is available around the clock.

This charity plays a vital role in helping to prevent suicide for individuals facing severe life challenges. It is the human connection that can make all the difference.

To help raise donations for Samaritans, I will be running my first-ever marathon in Brighton on April 12th. I had put this off for a long time, but now feels like the right moment. As my niece and I are both Brightonians, this makes the Brighton Marathon little more special.

I have not set a specific donation goal, as every contribution counts towards supporting Samaritans’ amazing work.

Statistics

- ONS.gov, 6,190 suicides were registered in England and Wales in 2024 (11.4 suicide deaths per 100,000 people).

- In Scotland (nrscotland.gov), 704 probable suicides were registered in 2024, which is 86 less than in 2023.

- In Ireland (nisra.gov), 221 suicides were registered in 2023.

Many people encounter difficulties when it comes to expressing themselves or asking for help, yet engaging in conversation can be crucial for survival – whether it is with a colleague, family member, friend or a helpline such as Samaritans.

Every 10 seconds, volunteers from Samaritans answer a call for help. Samaritans are accessible, for free, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to listen and support people with whatever they are facing, without any judgement.

It is solely through your generous donations and the efforts of 23,000 listening volunteers across the UK and Ireland that Samaritans can consistently be present for anyone who is struggling to cope.

We really appreciate your support. Much Love!