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Michael's fundraiser for 8:56 Foundation

Michael Mallett is raising money for 8:56 Foundation

London Marathon 2026 · 26 April 2026 · Start fundraising for this event

The 8:56 Foundation is a Men’s Mental Health non profit organisation based in King’s Lynn, they aim to raise awareness, increase the profile of support and reduce the stigma associated with mental health in Norfolk. The foundation is run by volunteers, set up after losing local business man Lee Calton to suicide in April 2021. Lee was 37, very successful, was a great friend to all, with a huge smile he was very kind and generous and loved to do things for charities including running the London marathon three times. Norfolk’s suicide rate is above the national average, the 8:56 want to change this! By using sport as an aid, we want to encourage men to talk and reduce the risk of loneliness and isolation. The 8:56 Foundation Wellbeing Pathway is designed to help Men's Mental Health and wellbeing through Men’s Time Sports and Fishing Sessions, Our Peer Support Group, Talking Therapy and Wellness Football

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Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page. This will be my first time running a marathon. Please sponsor me to give me an extra boost to complete the distance.

The charity I have chosen is the 8.56 Foundation. Click the link to see how they are helping men's mental health, and promoting openness about the issue.

The reason I have chosen the 8:56 Foundation, is because it supports mens mental health. We are notorious for denying problems and not opening up about our mental struggles. I myself have suffered from depression since I was 21, and know how hard it is to face up to the issue.

https://856foundation.org.uk/

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Donation summary

Total
£550.00
+ £92.50 Gift Aid
Online
£550.00
Offline
£0.00

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