Ricardo Souza's fundraiser for Self Help Africa

is raising money for Self Help Africa

TCS New York City Marathon 2025 · 2 November 2025 · Start fundraising for this event

Self Help Africa helps people in rural Africa grow enough food to feed themselves, earn a living, and access basic services. Self Help Africa equips people with the skills they need to move out of poverty by training farmers in new techniques and teaching basic business skills.

Story

So, a couple of years back, I stumbled into running, and it totally changed my life.

Now, I'm not just jogging around the block; I'm dreaming big—like, running all six World Marathon Majors big! And I want every step to count, so I'm running for charities that really mean something. "Self Help Africa" is one that I'm super connected to; their work and the issues they tackle just hit home for me.

But this isn't just about personal goals, you know? I made a promise to a close friend: if she got into her dream school, I'd run the New York City Marathon.

Well, she got in! So now I'm lacing up my shoes, ready to pound the pavement and make good on that promise. It's friendship, dedication, and giving back all rolled into one crazy, amazing run.

Donation summary

Total
US$7,580.73
+ US$737.68 Gift Aid
Online
US$5,625.30
Offline
US$1,955.43

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