Joy has run a marathon for Providence House, and raised £1,500 for young people in Battersea along the way.
I never thought running a marathon would be within my reach. But now I’ve done it: 26 miles and 300 yards, from Bath to Bristol and back.
I was supported by my amazing sister-in-law Helen, who kept my pace going, and by family and friends who popped up along the way with signs and cheers. Big moral support came from the many sponsors who helped me raise £1,500 for Providence House Youth Club.
Thank you, Joy, and thank you to everyone who sponsored the run. Gifts like this keep our doors open to young people in Battersea, five days a week.
Could you fundraise for us?
As a Friend of Providence, you and your friends could fundraise for us too, with a run, a bake sale or a challenge of your own. Find ideas and everything you need on our Friends of Providence page.