Martyn Benstead

Martyn's fundraiser for PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide

Fundraising for PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide
£3,653
raised of £2,000 target
Cambridge Half Marathon, Edinburgh Marathon and Boudicca Way Ultra Marathon
In memory of Marina
We support young people at risk of suicide to stay safe and find hope in times of need

Story

PAPYRUS is the national Charity for the Prevention of Young Suicide.

Suicide is the biggest killer of young people under the age of 35 in the UK, every year over 1800 young people took their own lives. PAPYRUS provides confidential support and advice to young people struggling with thoughts of suicide, and anyone worried about a young person through their helpline, HOPELINE247.

In 2023, my friend and colleague Marina was one of those people. Aged 26, seemingly with the world at her feet, I just wish she reached out to me, one of her many friends, or PAPYRUS.

Every £5 raised can contribute towards a life-saving contact to HOPELINE247. Your donations really are lifesaving, thank you.

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About the charity

PAPYRUS is the national charity for the prevention of young suicide. We run HOPELINE247 0800 068 4141 a freephone confidential helpline staffed by trained professionals who give advice, support & information to anyone who is feeling suicidal, or concerned that a young person they know may be at risk

Donation summary

Total raised
£3,652.38
+ £510.60 Gift Aid
Online donations
£3,222.38
Offline donations
£430.00

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