Why raise money for the Children’s Society? I am the mother of three children and always upset by reports of children who are abused or living in poverty. I witness the impact these can have on children in my roles as a Practice Nurse and school governor. 

Why run the London Marathon? I run on the Malvern Hills in my spare time but have never completed a marathon before. This will be a huge challenge for me, trying to fit training in around work and family life. As a trail runner I have always shied away from the London Marathon as “pavement pounding” has always filled me with dread (I hear there aren’t any hills or trails on the London Marathon route). However, it is time to face my fears for a good cause. 

What does The Children’s Society do? The Children’s Society transforms the hopes and happiness of young people facing abuse, exploitation and neglect.We fight for hope by deeply understanding the needs of young people, supporting them through their most serious life challenges, and campaigning tirelessly for the big social changes that will improve the lives of those who need hope most. In the decade ahead, our focus and goal will be to overturn the damaging decline in wellbeing, ensuring this generation can have a happier, safer childhood.Thank you for all of your amazing support. Your fundraising makes a life changing difference. Mile by mile, together we can give children hope.