Jack Davey
Blind London Marathon Challenge
Fundraising for RNIB - Royal National Institute of Blind People
Story
This October, I will be running the 2022 London Marathon in order to raise awareness and raise as much money as possible for the RNIB.
As many of you may know, I am registered blind, my disability impacts every aspect of my day to day life. This can range from needing to take more time when completing certain tasks, such as cooking, to only being able to use public transport in London at certain times in order to cope with the volume of people.
Over time with the help and the support from the RNIB, I have learnt to channel my day to day challenges into positivity. I am proud to say that I not only have a 2:1 degree in Computer Science but also have a Master's degree and currently works as a software engineer for Cisco.
However, my goals would not have been achieved without the help and support from the RNIB, which is why I have decided to run the London 2022 Marathon.
My friend and personal trainer Joe Merry aka Ginger Joe will be my eyes for the marathon. Without Joe this challenge would not be possible. So please be sure to cheer us both on if you choose to come and support us.
Thank you very much,
Jack Davey
!Every day, 250 people in the UK start losing their sight. Too many still face isolation and depression, unable to achieve their potential in a world that blocks their way. RNIB wont stop until every last psychological and physical barrier has gone for good.With your help, RNIB can be there when people need them most, support independent living, create an inclusive society and prevent avoidable sight loss. Every pound you donate is helping create a future where sight loss is no longer a barrier.£20 could help someone feel more confident about living with sight loss, with personalised support from our expert Sight Loss Advice Service. £47 could help someone feel more positive about the future after losing their sight, through a one-to-one phone or online counselling session. £2,500 could make a new adult book available in our Talking Books library, enabling a person with sight loss to enjoy the latest best seller.
