Hi, my name is Will and as I have been lucky enough to be selected to run the London marathon in Late April of this year I thought that I would use this opportunity to raise some money for a Charity of my choice and one that feels most relevant.

I will be fundraising for the Youth Sport Trust charity and that's where 100% of the money from this fundraiser will go.

Why Youth Sport Trust?

I believe that a lot of people take playing sport in our childhood for granted myself included, this charity helped me open my eyes on the matter and realize the privileged life that I had led. The Youth Sport Trust is a national charity dedicated to creating opportunities for children and young people to thrive. They do this via self run programmes,

Their programs address critical challenges, such as:

Increasing access to sport for underprivileged communities.

Promoting physical and mental health.

Supporting young people with disabilities.

Developing leadership and teamwork skills through sports.

Every single one of you can help me achieve my goal of reaching £1000 pounds raised in two ways:

Donate - Every donation however big or small makes a difference and your generosity will help fund essential Youth Sport trust programs.

Spread the word - Sharing my fundraiser with your friends and family will have a huge impact of the amount of money that I am able to raise.

The direct impact your money has:

To build back healthier, happier and more resilient young people, and level the playing field for those most disadvantaged.

Equip schools with the resources they need to deliver inclusive sports programs.

Train teachers and coaches to inspire the next generation.

Create opportunities for young people to engage in sport, regardless of their background or ability.

To transform society’s perceptions and attitudes towards the importance of physical literacy, play and sport in the education and development of young people.