Hi everyone! 👋 I'm Virat, a passionate runner and an eternal dreamer. Running has been a significant part of my life, not just as a sport but as a source of resilience and strength. And this time, I’m not just running for myself; I’m running for DeafBlind UK – a charity that is transforming lives. 💙

Let me tell you why this is so close to my heart. Around 20 years ago, I faced a sports injury that almost cost me my eyesight in my left eye. It was a terrifying moment that gave me a glimpse into the world of visual impairment. Thankfully, I recovered, but that experience changed me forever. It made me appreciate the gift of sight and sound – something I know many live without.

That’s why I’m running the London Marathon 2025 – a bucket list dream – to support DeafBlind UK. This amazing charity works tirelessly to provide hope, connection, and support to those navigating life with both sight and hearing loss. Did you know:

🎯 There are over 400,000 people in the UK who are deafblind, and many struggle daily with isolation and communication barriers.

🎯 DeafBlind UK steps in to provide life-changing services like emotional support, assistive technology, social groups, and advocacy, helping people rebuild independence and confidence.

🎯 They even work with families and carers to ensure no one feels alone in this journey.

Your contribution, no matter the size, can make a BIG impact.

Here’s how:

📖 Just £10 can buy someone a year’s subscription to Open Hand – the only magazine written specifically for people who are deafblind. This gives them access to vital information and support in a format they can truly access.

🤝 £30 can fund a remote social group, bringing up to eight people together for a chance to connect and socialize. For some, this is their only opportunity to meet others and break the silence of long, isolated days.

💙 £50 can provide a counseling session with DeafBlind UK’s trained therapists, helping someone process their sight and hearing loss, lifting them from the darkness, and offering emotional relief.

Every pound you contribute is a step toward changing lives – helping people not just survive but thrive in a world that can feel overwhelmingly isolating.

By supporting me, you’re helping DeafBlind UK continue its incredible work. Together, we can help individuals not just survive but truly thrive despite the challenges they face.

💬 Why should you care?

Because this is about empowering some of the most vulnerable members of our society. It’s about giving back. And it’s about proving that when we come together, we can achieve extraordinary things.

Let’s make a difference together.

👉 Click the donate button and be a part of this life-changing journey.

🎉 Bonus: Every donation will give me an extra boost as I train those 26.2 miles (trust me, I’ll need it!).

Let’s run for change. Let’s run for connection. Let’s run for DeafBlind UK.

Thank you for your support – it means the world to me and to those whose lives you’re touching. 🧡

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Let’s do this, together! 💪✨