Decade of Distance. Running for change.
Hayley
My Story
Hi everyone,
I have taken on an incredible challenge – running 10 marathons in 10 days – and I need your support to make it all count! My mission is to raise funds for Ruth’s Legacy, to help individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds gain access to training in the arts, and I cannot do it without YOU.
Why the Arts?
There are two reasons why I have chosen this amazing charity. Sadly, my beautiful Mum passed away in 2024 after a lengthy battle with Cancer. My Mum was a lover of the Arts, and would volunteer daily at DPA, and would often help those children who needed extra support. My Mum was kind and caring and could see their potential, and went above and beyond to help this shine through. After the loss of my Mum, DPA set up the charity in memory of my Mum, named Ruth’s Legacy. Although, she is no longer here to give her support to the children. I am completing this challenge in memory of my Mum. The arts have the power to change lives, inspire creativity, and open doors to new opportunities. However, not everyone has equal access to the training and resources needed to pursue their passions. That is why I am raising funds to provide talented individuals from underprivileged backgrounds with the chance to access arts training – whether it is music, theatre, dance, visual arts, or beyond.
My Challenge
In May 2026, I will be taking on the toughest challenge of my life. I will be running a marathon a day for 10 days, which will include extreme heat of 40 degrees, biting cold -5, and high altitude. I will be starting in Afghanistan and running a marathon a day, across the whole of Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and finishing at the China border . I will be wild sleeping in tents and spending two nights in a homestay. Running ten marathons in 10 days, pushing my body and mind to the limit to raise money for this incredible cause which is important to me. It is going to be tough, but the difference we can make together for this charity - and in my Mums name - will be worth every step.
Why Your Support Matters
All donations will go directly to the Ruth’s Legacy charity, and will help provide scholarships, mentorships, and resources for aspiring artists from disadvantaged communities, giving them the opportunity to unlock their full potential and pursue careers in the arts. This is about levelling the playing field and empowering the next generation of creative talent.
How You Can Help
Please consider donating to my page, and share it with your friends, family, and networks. Every penny will go towards helping people access the opportunities they deserve, and your support will keep me going as I push through the pain of each marathon.
Let’s make the arts accessible to all and give everyone a chance to shine. Together, we can help make a lasting impact.
Thank you so much for your generosity and encouragement!
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Target
£7,300
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Raised so far
£7,432
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Number of donors
230
My Story
Hi everyone,
I have taken on an incredible challenge – running 10 marathons in 10 days – and I need your support to make it all count! My mission is to raise funds for Ruth’s Legacy, to help individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds gain access to training in the arts, and I cannot do it without YOU.
Why the Arts?
There are two reasons why I have chosen this amazing charity. Sadly, my beautiful Mum passed away in 2024 after a lengthy battle with Cancer. My Mum was a lover of the Arts, and would volunteer daily at DPA, and would often help those children who needed extra support. My Mum was kind and caring and could see their potential, and went above and beyond to help this shine through. After the loss of my Mum, DPA set up the charity in memory of my Mum, named Ruth’s Legacy. Although, she is no longer here to give her support to the children. I am completing this challenge in memory of my Mum. The arts have the power to change lives, inspire creativity, and open doors to new opportunities. However, not everyone has equal access to the training and resources needed to pursue their passions. That is why I am raising funds to provide talented individuals from underprivileged backgrounds with the chance to access arts training – whether it is music, theatre, dance, visual arts, or beyond.
My Challenge
In May 2026, I will be taking on the toughest challenge of my life. I will be running a marathon a day for 10 days, which will include extreme heat of 40 degrees, biting cold -5, and high altitude. I will be starting in Afghanistan and running a marathon a day, across the whole of Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and finishing at the China border . I will be wild sleeping in tents and spending two nights in a homestay. Running ten marathons in 10 days, pushing my body and mind to the limit to raise money for this incredible cause which is important to me. It is going to be tough, but the difference we can make together for this charity - and in my Mums name - will be worth every step.
Why Your Support Matters
All donations will go directly to the Ruth’s Legacy charity, and will help provide scholarships, mentorships, and resources for aspiring artists from disadvantaged communities, giving them the opportunity to unlock their full potential and pursue careers in the arts. This is about levelling the playing field and empowering the next generation of creative talent.
How You Can Help
Please consider donating to my page, and share it with your friends, family, and networks. Every penny will go towards helping people access the opportunities they deserve, and your support will keep me going as I push through the pain of each marathon.
Let’s make the arts accessible to all and give everyone a chance to shine. Together, we can help make a lasting impact.
Thank you so much for your generosity and encouragement!
