Louisa’s New York Marathon Mission
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Louisa’s New York Marathon Mission
On 3rd November 2024, I will be completing the New York Marathon.
As some many of you know, I’ve completed a marathon before. However, this was nearly 10 years ago, when I was actually fit and enjoyed exercise. Neither of these things are the case today, which is why I’m considering this a challenge!
I always said I wanted to run the New York marathon for my 40th birthday, although in 2021, Covid put paid to that plan.
Now, after a very difficult couple of years, I have started to think about it again. When I realised that the New York Marathon this year fell on the same weekend as what will have been my son Henry’s 18th Birthday, I knew I had to do it in his memory.
Those who know me are already aware, my eldest son Henry died two years ago- something that nobody was ever expecting. A funny, outgoing, loving, kind and clever young man whose future looked promising and exciting (to outsiders). Unfortunately Henry didn’t feel the same way, and on 5th June 2022, he decided to end his life. Henry never gave the impression that anything was wrong; never gave us any reason to think that he was feeling this way; and most heartbreakingly, for all who knew him, never spoke to anyone about these feelings.
For this reason, I would like to use the marathon an opportunity to raise money and awareness for three important charities. Three very worthwhile organisations that can help support young people’s mental health; help end the stigma of suicide and mental health; help young people realise that they do not have to face these feelings on their own and help push for better mental health support for young people.
The charities I have chosen are Young Minds, Papyrus and Joe’s Buddy Line. I will split all sponsorship equally between these 3 charities (almost). Here’s a bit of info about each of them…
Young Minds. A mental health charity who gives advice and support to young people and their families. Building a movement for societal change, enabling young people to get the right help and support for anyone who needs it, before it reaches a crisis point.
https://www.youngminds.org.uk/
Papyrus. A charity whose primary aim is to prevent young people taking their own lives, by removing the stigma surrounding suicide and ensuring young people don’t have to face these feelings alone. They aim to equip young people and their friends/family with the skills to recognise and respond to emotional distress.
https://www.papyrus-uk.org/
Joe’s Buddy Line. A charity that aims to provide emotional and mental health support for those within Primary School to University, by offering workshops run by certified mental health professionals and a range of other initiatives.
https://joesbuddyline.org/
Hopefully by my fundraising, we can help raise awareness of these charities, enable them to continue their worthwhile work and help prevent anything this devastating happening to any other child or family.
If you’re able to, any donation, big or small will be hugely appreciated!
OK, so my reasons for doing this are crystal clear!
I have the motivation for running the race, now comes the motivation for the training (hmmm). Time to update my training plan (again), get some new trainers, research some new running accessories and….. oh, and actually do some running!!
Will keep you updated on my journey
Thank you in advance xxx
£2,308.00
+£273.75 Gift Aid
raised of £1,500 target
by 72 supporters
Supporters 72
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B4 days, 13 hours
Becky, Alistair & Clara
Thinking of you and Henry. You can do it x
£ 30.00 (+£7.50)
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4 days, 19 hoursAnonymous
£ 30.00
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5 days, 7 hours
Alex M
Well done Louisa, incredible work! Wishing you all the best! Alex x
£ 20.00 (+£5.00)
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T5 days, 18 hours
Tracy Rose
Good luck Louisa, I am in awe of your grit and determination 😍
£ 10.00 (+£2.50)
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S5 days, 18 hours
Stunell family
Wishing you all the best for your NY marathon; raising money for 3 amazing charities, we know you will smash it. Thinking of you, your family and especially Henry at this time and always. Big love and hugs Simon, Anne, Ben, Amy and Mini cat 🫂
£ 20.00 (+£5.00)
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T1 week
The McGilloways
What a great marathon to be running , wishing you the best of luck and such worthy causes !
£ 20.00 (+£5.00)
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G1 week, 4 days
Graham
I'll be thinking of you and wishing you the strength to "run for Henry". Lots of love!
£ 100.00
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Z1 week, 5 days
Zumba classes of St. Andrews and Tithe Barn
We are all behind you Louisa. You can do this. Thinking of Henry and hope these much needed charities can help the children and families that desperately need their help.
£ 508.00
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L1 week, 6 days
Lizzie & Greg MacDonald
Best of luck with your marathon!!
Lots of love from Lizzie, Greg, Alice & Leo at no 32 xx£ 10.00
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J2 weeks, 1 day
Jenny and Philip
Sending you our very best wishes for this challenge. Sounds like these charities do some great work helping young people.
£ 25.00
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T2 weeks, 2 days
The Gaiger’s #18
All the best for your marathon, enjoy the moment and have a great time.
£ 20.00
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E2 weeks, 2 days
Emma and James No.15
In awe of you, in every way. Sending love and luck x
£ 20.00 (+£5.00)
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2 weeks, 4 days
Anonymous
£ 10.00
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S1 month
Sarah Davies
You are an inspiration Louisa. I am in awe of your strength. Good Luck xx
£ 20.00 (+£5.00)
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V1 month
Vicky, Ava and Lila Simpson
Run strong Louisa, we will be thinking of you and Henry. With love always x
£ 25.00 (+£6.25)
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J1 month, 1 week
Justin Tomlinson
Good luck Louisa, fly the Tomlinson flag and you'll smash it!
£ 5.00 (+£1.25)
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N1 month, 2 weeks
Nikki
I was so moved by your story. Such worthy causes. Go smash it Louisa! X
£ 10.00 (+£2.50)
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P1 month, 2 weeks
Paul
Such worthwhile causes. Take care of yourself, train hard and have a blast 👍
£ 10.00 (+£2.50)
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D2 months
Debbie
Go Louisa! You've got this, no problem . You are amazing , it's New York and not THAT much further than a 5k!
Lots of love Deb, Fred, Chloe and George xx£ 30.00 (+£7.50)
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S2 months, 1 week
Sarah
Good luck Louisa, what an amazing thing to do. Sarah, Lee, Jensen and Zach xxx
£ 20.00 (+£5.00)
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L2 months, 1 week
Lizzy Soper
Knowing the struggles of having a teenager with mental health difficulties and unable to even fathom what you guys have been through … I cannot think of a more worthy cause. Good luck to you with the training, sending love …
£ 10.00 (+£2.50)
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A2 months, 2 weeks
Aileen
For Henry x Good luck lou, I’m sure you will be amazing x
£ 100.00 (+£25.00)
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J2 months, 2 weeks
Judith, Ian, Rob and Chris
You are one of the most amazing people I have the pleasure to be friends with, you can so do this. We hope you raise so much for such great charities. Xx
£ 50.00 (+£12.50)
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N2 months, 2 weeks
Natalie
I wish you were running this marathon under very different circumstances but you are an inspiration nonetheless. I wish you all the luck in training and on the day. Well done you!
£ 20.00 (+£5.00)
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