This October, I’m taking on my first-ever marathon - in Amsterdam!

I’m looking forward to ticking this off the bucket list, but more importantly, I want to make it count by raising money for CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably).

CALM is an incredible charity that supports people who are struggling by offering life-saving help and working tirelessly to prevent suicide.

While I’m out there pushing through and digging deep, I’ll be thinking about the difference your support can make. Big or small, any donation would mean the world to me - and it will help keep me moving when my legs start to give up!

Every pound raised will kindly be matched by my employer, MONY Group, making your donations even more impactful.

Thanks in advance!

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And in a dear friends words…

Meet Ryan Lindo: marketing mastermind by day, DJ booth enthusiast by night, crisp-packet connoisseur at snack time, and lifelong Arsenal fan (which means he’s already endured more emotional marathons than most).

But this October, Ryan’s trading in his vinyl decks and his Gunners scarf for running shoes and energy gels as he takes on the Amsterdam Marathon on the 19th of October. That’s 26.2 miles of canals, cobblestones, and questionable Dutch energy drinks.

Why? Because Ryan isn’t just running for bragging rights (though let’s be real, he’ll definitely brag). He’s running to raise money and awareness for CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) — a charity dedicated to tackling suicide and supporting mental health.

This is a cause close to Ryan’s heart, and while he can spin a flawless DJ set or debate Arsenal’s midfield strategy for hours, running a marathon is a whole different beat. Imagine convincing your legs to keep going after mile 20, when all they want is a sofa, a kebab, and Match of the Day.

So, let’s help Ryan swap pain for purpose. Every pound donated keeps him moving, every cheer helps drown out the voice in his head saying “mate, you could just get the tram,” and every bit of support fuels CALM’s incredible work.

⚽️ From Highbury to high-mileage.

🎶 From dancefloor drops to running plods.

🥇 From marketing manager to marathon man(ager).

Sponsor Ryan today — because Arsenal may not always win, but with your help, this run absolutely will.