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I'm fundraising for Rethink Mental Illness!
Hi all, on the 27th April 2025 I am participating in the iconic London Marathon to raise money for Rethink Mental Illness. In December 23 we sadly lost our brother Josh to suicide followed shortly thereafter by one of our dear friends. Its difficult to try to put into words the impact this grief has and continues to have but I hope by raising as much money as possible for Rethink we can try to provide the vital resources needed to help many others out of the shadows.
1 in 4 people will experience a mental health problem of some kind, sadly 5,579 suicides were registered in England during 2023 and over 700,000 word wide. Sadly 1 person every 40 seconds.
It is so important to have access to resources and support. Its been difficult to know what to do, what to say and now I want to try to make a difference. That's why I am taking part in this event - to help Rethink Mental Illness continue its mission of improving the lives of those affected by severe mental health issues.
Every donation counts towards my goal of reaching £2,000, Your contribution will help provide vital services such as support groups, and educational resources for individuals and families affected by mental illness.
The London Marathon is 42km long and being held on 27th April 2025. Josh would be 42 on the 27th April. Josh, our friend and all affected will be with me every step of the way.
Thank you so so much for your donation, together, we can make a difference.
Thanks
Phil xx
My Achievements
Has Fundraising Page
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Self Donated
Thanked Donor
50% of Fundraising Target
Raised £250
Reached Fundraising Goal
Increased Fundraising Target
My Updates
week 7 and 10k done ✔️
Friday 30th Aug 7 weeks in to training plan and nailed the 10k long run, felt good considering where I started a few weeks back. Massive heart felt thanks to all that have sponsored me. Means soo much and gives me the motivation to get my running shoes on for this great cause. Thank you all xx Share
5 weeks in to training 💪
Sunday 4th Aug Enjoying the training so far, long run today of 4 miles, only 22 + to go ....half marathon in October ShareThank you to my Sponsors
£1,000
Rhys Read
£320
Seth Read
Love you you lovely man you
£54
❤ Your Sis Xx
💞 supporting you all the way. Thank you for making a difference 🏃
£54
Andy Read
Good like bro.
£53
Amanda Syme
Go Phil! Have fun whilst you’re out there. It will be an amazing experience and a huge accomplishment and all for a great and meaningful cause 🥰
£53
The Rayner’s
Phil, you are a real life super hero, we will never forget what you did for Andy. I’m so sorry for what you’ve gone through. We firmly believe both Josh and Andy will be by your side on the day, you’ve more than got this. Love, Colette, Tim & Ted x
£53
Kristina And Nina
Well done Phil! Sorry we are late on the donations. You made Josh proud. We miss you all. Congrats again on an awesome effort. Love Kristina, Nina and family x
£50
Mark Elster
Good luck buddy. Will keep you on the training path promise!
£50
Sam Baisden
Good luck on your challenge Phil - I’m sure Josh will be helping you along the way! Keep up with the training Boss and I wish you all the best always!
£50
Mark Greig
Thinking of you all. Smash this Phil…
£50
Mike Quinn
Wishing you all the best Phil. Hope you achieve your fundraising target for what is a very worthwhile cause.
£32.40
Carys And Dan
Good Luck Phil! We only met Josh briefly but what an amazing man he was and such a big loss.x
£27
Andrew Humphries
Good luck!
£27
Nicola Adams
Good luck! You’ll smash it. X
£27
Mike Shimmon
Good luck in the Marathon Phil! I've just read your fundraising message and I know you can do it! Such a worthy cause. Hope the training is going well! All the best Mike
£27
Lucy Ubaldi
Know we'll be here cheering you on from OZ. Good Luck Phil.
£27
Rachel Benee
Good Luck Phil! You’ll smash it! Much Love, The Beneé’s xx
£27
Tom Reed
Go smash it 💪🏻
£27
Pcr
£25
George Wood
Good luck Phil
£25
Lou
Good luck with the training Phil and for raising money for this amazing charity - you’ve got this! Josh will be with you every step of the way. Love Lou x
£21.60
Wybrows
Good luck Phil, Love Kel and Rob Xxx
£21.10
Jackie
£20
Jackie Knott
£20
Paula Bryant
Good luck Phillip x
£15
Lina S
£10.80
Helena
£10.80
Max Whitney
Good luck Phil. So sorry for your loss'
£10.80
Michelle Angell
Well done Phil, great cause.
£10.80
Paige Frost
£10.80
Anonymous
£10.80
Joseph Koster
Good luck Phil hope you smash it
£10.75
Zaina S
£10
Sadie Plunkett
Good luck Phil
£10
Emma Timpson
Good luck Phil, you'll smash it.
£10
Lucy Smith
Phil you are a legend (as always) just sorry its been driven by such horrible personal events. Your brother would be immensely proud of you.
£10
Deborah Jeffery
Good Luck Phil ! A huge challenge but for a very worthy cause. You can do it !
£10
Lynda Albright
Good luck
£5.40
Anonymous
£5.40
Rachel Mitchell-boyton
Good luck and well done!
£5.40
Toby B
£5
Go get em dad ❤️