This September I'm running the Great North Run for The People's Kitchen: a local charity providing food, shelter, clothing, toiletries, comfort and friendship to homeless and struggling individuals across Newcastle and the North East since 1985.

I volunteer at The People's Kitchen almost every week. It’s an amazing way to give back to the community, and to work as part of an incredible team who help hundreds of people every single day.

I’m not a runner, so the prospect of a half marathon is daunting, but I’m determined to push myself for this wonderful cause.

Please donate what you can to support me in this goal! Thank you!