I’ll be lacing up my trainers for the Cambridge Half Marathon with a very clear purpose: to support The Fine & Country Foundation, a charity I’m incredibly proud to be connected to.

As Head of PR for Fine & Country, I’ve had a front row seat to the extraordinary impact The Foundation has made over the past few years. I’ve seen how vital funding has helped rebuild a village in Nepal, supported grassroots charities through critical moments, and provided hope and practical help to people who need it most. These aren’t abstract stories – they’re real lives changed through collective action and generosity.

Running 13.1 miles is challenging, but it’s a small one compared to the challenges faced by those The Foundation supports every day. This race is my way of giving something back and standing alongside the people and organisations that work tirelessly to create lasting change.

Since its inception in 2014, The Fine & Country Foundation has remained steadfast in its mission to combat homelessness, while also responding to urgent need both in the UK and internationally. Over the past decade, the Foundation has raised and donated more than £1 million to causes making a tangible difference in their communities. That incredible milestone has only been possible thanks to the unwavering fundraising efforts of the entire Fine & Country network.

The funds raised are distributed through the Foundation’s biannual grant schemes, held each spring and autumn. Through nominations from the Fine & Country network, local charities and organisations have the opportunity to receive grants of up to £3,000 – funding that can be truly transformative at a community level.

Through these grant programmes, the Foundation continues its commitment to empowering organisations to do what they do best: support, protect and uplift those most in need.

If you’re able to donate, you won’t just be helping me get across the finish line in Cambridge, you’ll be supporting life-changing work, strengthening communities, and helping ensure the Foundation can continue making a meaningful difference for years to come.

Thank you for your support, encouragement and generosity. Every contribution, no matter the size, really does matter.