I'm running the 2026 Manchester Marathon, my first ever marathon, in aid of Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM).

Every day in the UK, 18 people die by suicide, and 1 in 5 of us will experience suicidal thoughts in our lifetime. CALM is a suicide prevention charity that supports anyone struggling with life and helps equip people with the skills to prevent suicide.

CALM provides tools, resources and a life-saving helpline for those who can’t see a way forward, have lost someone to suicide, or are worried about a friend or loved one.

I've personally benefited from CALM's resources during my own struggles with mental health and as someone who strongly believes in CALM’s campaigning to change the conversation and reduce the stigma talking about mental health and suicide, I want to raise as much as I can above the £500 fundraising target for this very important cause.

Why the Manchester Marathon?

Running has been a lifeline for me during tough times, especially over the past year. Taking on the challenge of my first marathon is something I’ve been thinking about for a while, so I was excited to see charity places available for CALM at the Manchester Marathon. It’s a chance to train for and tackle this personal challenge whilst raising money and awareness for a cause I care deeply about.

If you're able to support, every donation truly helps. Just £12.20 can fund one potentially life-saving call.

Thank you for reading and for your support.

Love,

Piotr