Running for Those Who Are Always There for Others
This year’s London marathon brought more than determination, training plans and finish-line celebrations it brought an incredible show of support for emergency service workers across the UK.
Thanks to the dedication and generosity of our amazing team of runners and supporters, an incredible £9,542 has been raised for the Blue Light Card Foundation. Every pound raised will help support the mental health and wellbeing of emergency responders who spend their working lives supporting others.
From the early morning training runs to crossing the finish line, every runner took on a huge personal challenge in support of those who face pressure, trauma and stress as part of their everyday roles in the emergency services.
Emergency service workers routinely experience situations that most people never encounter. Whether responding to accidents, medical emergencies, fires or crises in the community, the emotional and psychological impact of this work can be significant.
The funds raised through this year’s marathon effort will help the Foundation continue supporting programmes and initiatives focused on wellbeing, resilience and mental health support for emergency responders and their families.
Emma Woods-Bolger, CEO, of the foundation said, "We want to say a heartfelt thank you to every runner who chose to support the Blue Light Card Foundation.
Training for and completing a marathon takes extraordinary commitment, and we are incredibly grateful that our runners dedicated their challenge to supporting emergency responders.
Thank you also to everyone who donated, shared fundraising pages, cheered from the side lines and encouraged our runners throughout their journey. Your support is helping create lasting impact for people working across the emergency services. Together, We’re Making a Difference"
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