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Mike's Half Marathon for Julia's House Children's Hospices

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I’m thrilled to announce that I’ll be participating in the 2024 Bournemouth Half Marathon on the 13th October along with my Brother (David) and Sister (Scarlett) to support the incredible Julia’s House.

This month marks a year since I began working for this inspiring organization.
Over the past year, I’ve witnessed first hand the extraordinary care and support the charity provides to families facing unimaginable challenges. As a father this experience has deeply moved me, and after being inspired by our amazing supporters, volunteers and staff I decided to sign up to the half marathon, though I’d be the first to admit I’m not built for running.

The charity needs all the help it can get to ensure that this essential care continues to be available to families in Dorset and Wiltshire.

Julia’s House is a lifeline for families during their darkest times, providing not only end of life care but also emotional and practical support to children and young people with life limiting/shortening illnesses, as well as their parents, and siblings.

However, the reality is that the charity relies heavily on the generosity of donors like you. A staggering 92% of the charity’s income comes from fundraising efforts, with only 8% funding from the government.

It’s shocking to realize that while the birth of a child is fully funded, the care provided by Julia’s House for a child taken too soon and the support for their grieving families is not and relies on people jumping out of planes, donating to our shops, leaving gifts in wills and taking on challenges like this one.

This disparity highlights the crucial need for community support. Every donation, no matter how small, makes a significant difference in the lives of these families.

Your contribution will help ensure that the hospices can continue to provide its vital services, offering comfort and care when it’s needed most.

By sponsoring my half marathon, you will be directly supporting the compassionate work of Julia's House as well as making sure I get out and train for the half marathon and hopefully beat my slightly competitive siblings to the finish line. Together, we can help these families navigate through the toughest times with dignity and love.

Thank you for your generosity and support.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Mike

Donations 

  • Claire Hudson-Cooper
    • £15
    • 4 mos
  • Amy Heritage
    • £30
    • 4 mos
  • Simon Lovell
    • £20
    • 4 mos
  • Deborah Heritage
    • £25
    • 4 mos
  • Scarlett Heritage
    • £10
    • 4 mos

Organizer

Mike Heritage
Organizer
England
Julias House Limited
Beneficiary

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