Samaritans

London Marathon 2025 carrying 24.7kg in aid of Samaritans

Andy Baines-Vosper

Andy Baines-Vosper

My Story

On April 27th 2025 I'lI be running the London Marathon for Samaritans whilst carrying a 24.7kg "bag of worries" on my shoulders.

The weight on my shoulders represents the struggles and burdens so many of us carry in silence, and the 24.7kg is a reminder that Samaritans are there 24/7 to support anyone who’s struggling.

I'm doing it because I’ve carried my own invisible loads: drug addiction, infertility, burnout, depression. I know how heavy life can get when you feel alone and Samaritans is a charity close to my heart—I’m proud to volunteer with the incredible team at Bexley and Dartford 💚

Running for Samaritans is my way of giving back and helping ensure no one carries life’s weight alone and there is always someone there for them 24/7.

If you can donate, share, or simply support—thank you. It could help save a life. 💚

📱 Follow the journey on Instagram: @sharetheweight247

💚 Together, we are stronger.
💪 Together, we Share the Weight.

Thank you,


Andy

Samaritans

Raising for:

Samaritans
81%

Funded

  • Target
    £5,000
  • Raised so far
    £4,070
  • Number of donors
    150

My Story

On April 27th 2025 I'lI be running the London Marathon for Samaritans whilst carrying a 24.7kg "bag of worries" on my shoulders.

The weight on my shoulders represents the struggles and burdens so many of us carry in silence, and the 24.7kg is a reminder that Samaritans are there 24/7 to support anyone who’s struggling.

I'm doing it because I’ve carried my own invisible loads: drug addiction, infertility, burnout, depression. I know how heavy life can get when you feel alone and Samaritans is a charity close to my heart—I’m proud to volunteer with the incredible team at Bexley and Dartford 💚

Running for Samaritans is my way of giving back and helping ensure no one carries life’s weight alone and there is always someone there for them 24/7.

If you can donate, share, or simply support—thank you. It could help save a life. 💚

📱 Follow the journey on Instagram: @sharetheweight247

💚 Together, we are stronger.
💪 Together, we Share the Weight.

Thank you,


Andy

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