Thanks for visiting my page - I am running the Great Bristol Run 2025 to raise money for Step Together Volunteering!

Step Together Volunteering helps people through bespoke, non time-bound 1-1 support and community volunteering placements, to improve their confidence, skills, and connections. I have worked for the charity for the last 4 years and our Bristol team do some incredible work to support young people aged 16-25 who face multiple disadvantage.

Why I have signed up....

For those of you who know me, signing up for a run is probably one of the last things I would normally do, but I work for one of the most amazing charities and I've been inspired by the incredible work that our front line team deliver to some of the most vulnerable and marginalised people in our community. I watched my colleagues and supporters run in 2024 and was inspired by their efforts and thought, "why not have a go"?

I'm not going to lie, 2024 was one of the most challenging years for my family and I on a personal level, but my home treadmill has kept my mental health on an even keel. As I turn 60 this year, I have to confess, I'm probably not in the greatest of physical fitness, but my mind is willing and I will get my body ready.

I'm determined to succeed, get past that finish line and prove to myself and others, that you really can do anything no matter your age or ability - even if it means pushing yourself out of that comfort zone every once in a while. I'm inspired by the vulnerable young people we support - every day they face a multitude of challenges: those with neurodiverse conditions, learning disabilities, trauma, bereavement, adverse childhood experiences, poverty and deprivation, self-harm, loneliness, domestic violence, drug/alcohol abuse and those at risk of offending. Through intensive coaching and volunteering opportunities, we help them take positive steps towards a brighter future.

I've paid for my own entry to the race so every penny raised will go directly to Step Together's Young People project. Please will you sponsor me and help make a real difference to the lives of young people? Your support means a lot to me and will keep me focused and motivated on the end goal. Thank you x

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