Pierre's Half Marathon for New Beginnings in Reading

Hi, Pierre here. I started running long distances pretty recently and decided to run the Newbury Racecourse half marathon on August 31st with the goal of finishing it quicker than an hour and 45 minutes. I figured if I am going to do this I might as well run for a charity I am very involved with and one that provides great services to Reading.

New Beginnings is a community food pantry just west of town centre that also provides hot food service and distributes clothes and sleeping bags/tents to those sleeping rough. I started volunteering there at the beginning of June 2023 and you can find me at our community fridge service almost every Thursday. Some nights we provide food to over 100 people, many of whom are battling substance abuse issues. Any donation you could provide would be much appreciated and would help them continue and possibly expand their services.

If I do not complete my goal of a 1:45 I will be donating £250 to New Beginnings both because they are an organization that simply deserves the support but also to keep me motivated during my training.

Even if you do not decide to donate thank you for reading this page and please consider getting involved with a charity near you. Volunteering even once a month goes a long way toward improving our communities.