John Waterhouse

John's Marathon

Fundraising for Family Action
£2,035
raised of £1,750 target
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Event: London Marathon 2017, on 23 April 2017
Participants: Peter Shepherd
Friendship Works
Campaign by Family Action (RCN 264713)
We improve the life chances of disadvantaged children in London through long term mentoring. Our adult volunteer mentors support children for a minimum of two years.

Story

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I first got to know Friendship Works in 2005 when I was matched with my little friend who was an 8 year old boy living in north London.  I'll never forget how nervous we both were when we met to be matched, but we quickly bonded and spent most weekends together over the next 5 years, swimming, playing football, going to the cinema and just hanging out.  My friend is now 20, six inches taller than me and making his way in the world.

Friendship Works provides fantastic support to families in need and achieves lasting results.  That's why I'm delighted to be running the London Marathon to raise money for this most worthy cause.

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About the campaign

We improve the life chances of disadvantaged children in London through long term mentoring. Our adult volunteer mentors support children for a minimum of two years.

About the charity

Family Action

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RCN 264713
Family Action is the UK’s leading family charity, working with over 60,000 children and families every year. We tackle some of the most complex and difficult issues facing families today - including financial crisis, mental health problems and young carers.

Donation summary

Total raised
£2,035.00
+ £228.75 Gift Aid
Online donations
£1,035.00
Offline donations
£1,000.00

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