We are very proud of our Vice President Cathrine who completed the Edinburgh Half Marathon to raise funds for Contact Hostel, a charity we started supporting in 2024.
Cathrine says –
I swapped my theatre clogs for running shoes to do the Edinburgh Half Marathon, fundraising for Contact Hostel in support of homeless young women and girls who need help to lead happy and fulfilling lives and to reach their potential.
The weather was a bit hot and sunny for running despite a forecast for rain, but the expected strong winds showed up which presented a challenge for the runners. The local support on the beautiful coastal route was fantastic with the Edinburgh residents offering jelly babies along the way to keep us fuelled!
When my legs were in pain and felt like they could not keep running, it was the thought of the cause I was running for and the generosity of sponsors that really kept me going. I shall continue to wear my Contact running vest with pride whilst running around Manchester to help publicise the work of Contact.