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Rachel runs her first Marathon for CAFOD!

Rachel Breward is raising money for The Catholic Agency for Overseas Development (CAFOD)

Abingdon Marathon · 19 October 2025

CAFOD works with local partners and communities across the world - responding to emergencies, promoting long-term development and raising public awareness of the causes of poverty. We work with people of all faiths and none for a safe, sustainable and peaceful world.

Story

I've been supporting CAFOD for many years, and running for many years too. It's time to take on my first marathon!

Q: Will you succeed in completing the marathon?

A: I've been training very hard so I hope so!

Q: Why Abingdon Marathon?

A: So I can sleep in my own bed the night before.

Q: How fast will you be?

A: 5 hours would be great.

Q: Why are you asking for sponsorship?

A: It's my first marathon and will be hard work. And CAFOD helps people all over the globe to provide a better world for everyone.

Q: Can I come and watch?

A: Of course!

Donation summary

Total
£682.40
+ £138.10 Gift Aid
Online
£552.40
Offline
£130.00

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