The Mental Health Foundation is the UKs charity for everyones mental health. With prevention at the heart of what they do, the Mental Health Foundation aim to find and address the sources of mental health problems so that people and communities can thrive.

I'm running to 2023 London Marathon to raise valuable funds for the foundation - in celebration of my own recovery from a severe period of mental illness, and in recognition of the need to make talking about our mental health a more acceptable subject.

26.2 miles will be a huge challenge for me both physically and mentally, but it important to highlight the plight of people who suffer in silence, and without the proper support on a daily basis.

I'm fortunate to have just over £1500 of fundraising already in place, but I'd like to give as much as I can to this amazing charity. Any donations are hugely appreciated.