Putting their best foot forward
Taking on a physical challenge appeals to so many of our supporters. Wherever that challenge takes them – far across the world in some cases – and whatever the distance, we admire their determination! We take a look back at some of the highlights from the last six months.
Female hiking group City Girl Hikes dedicated their 11-mile hike. ‘going on a bear hunt’, to raising funds for the Trust.
Organiser Tiffany Jade said: “As a community built on real conversations and safe spaces for women, especially from underrepresented backgrounds, this cause is close to home. So many of us have experienced firsthand what it’s like to navigate mental health struggles without the language, resources or support to make sense of it.”
Cecilie Richards ran the Richmond Park Half Marathon in September. Explaining why she wanted to raise money for the Trust, she said: “I have struggled for a couple of years with my mental health but was lucky enough to be helped, and so I firmly believe everyone deserves support and access to resources too.”
While most of our fundraisers didn’t need a passport to take on their challenge, others chose to travel further afield. Molly Mauleverer ran the Florence Marathon “with my beautiful friend Rosie in my heart.”
She explained that what motivated her when the running got tough was that “I will be raising money in honour of gorgeous Rosie, and anyone else who may be struggling, for a charity that I believe can and will make a difference.”
Jamie Sharp has known the Waller family since he was young but made a relatively last-minute decision to run the Malaga Marathon after a year of “self-discovery”. He said:
"“Men’s mental health remains a difficult subject for many. But as hard as it is, it is something we should all feel comfortable talking about. I am incredibly lucky to have a strong support network around me, and I want to ensure that others who do not have that same safety net can still find the help they deserve.”
Meanwhile, Ryan Light chose to make the journey itself his fundraising challenge – and his biggest challenge to date – cycling from London to Paris over three days. He has faced his own struggles with anxiety and depression over the past few years and asked supporters to donate to the Trust to help him “pedal towards a future where no one feels alone.”
Going further still in his quest for a challenge, Will Wallace went to Malaysia to take on the Ironman 70.3, swimming 1.9km, cycling 90km and running a half marathon.
With the brutal tropical heat and 80 percent humidity, this is one of the toughest Ironman 70.3 races in the world, testing Will to his “absolute limits”. Will’s family are close friends of the Waller family, which is why he chose to raise funds for the Trust.
We want to thank each and every one of our supporters who has run, walked, pedalled or swum for us. We are also so grateful for the awareness of the charity and the vital funds that they have raised.
Up for a challenge?
If you'd like to find out more about raising money for the Trust, please take a look at how you can fundraise for us. There are so many options and we'll support you every step of the way!
