Firstly, thank YOU for taking the time to visit my page! I am truly grateful! I know asking for donations is difficult, but a "Good Luck" and sharing this page goes a long way!

Most of us look back to our childhood and adolescence with fond memories. But presently, there is an alarming number of young people that don't. There are many that don't have access to the essential building blocks of life, such as: shelter, a safe home and even food. I've worked with the YMCA before and I've seen with my own eyes the difference they make to many children and teens, providing them the opportunity to grow and make fond memories!

So I want to push myself and run the London Marathon, as a single marathon is nothing compared to the constant marathon of challenges faced by the young people that the YMCA helps.

A little Info on the YMCA:

YMCA exists to provide the essential building blocks for a full and rewarding life: a safe home; acceptance; guidance; friendship; physical and mental health; academic support; employment skills; and access to real opportunities.

Many young people have never known these things; other people have lost one or more as they grew up, but we all need them. All of us.

YMCA provides these critical foundations for a fresh, strong start for young people and a better quality of life in the community.

YMCAs vision in England and Wales is to transform communities so that all young people can belong, contribute and thrive.

Every £15 donated could provide a young person with a safe place to sleep.

Every £25 donated could provide a young person with a counselling session.

Every £50 donated could provide five skills training sessions for a young carer.

Every £100 donated could provide 24-hours of staff cover to ensure young people have someone to turn to, day and night.

Thank YOU once again for taking the time to read this. You're already helping a young person! A donation goes a long-way, as does a "Good Luck" and share!

Gianni