Running for the Blue Light Community

This year, Dave, a police officer of nearly 20 years, is taking on the London marathon in support of the blue light community.

After losing two colleagues to suicide, his motivation is deeply personal. But his message is simple: this is about showing up for each other.

“Mental health incidents are very common, but the welfare of responders is often overlooked. I’ve lost two colleagues in the last 10 years, raising awareness and support for them is important.”

Dave isn’t just running a race, he’s running for the whole of the blue light family, helping ensure more people can access the support they need.

Every penny Dave raises will help fund programmes exclusively supporting the mental wellbeing of blue light personnel, including the 46 programmes currently supported across the UK, by the Blue Light Card Foundation. 

It’s support that makes a real difference, when it’s needed most.

Read our latest Impact Report to see this work in action Our Impact Report – Blue Light Card Foundation