Team Chai’s marathon efforts raise more than £22,500
Five runners took to the streets of London to raise vital funds for community cancer organisation
Five runners have raised more than £22,500 for the community’s leading cancer charity.
The team took to the streets on Sunday to raise vital funds for Chai Cancer Care as part of the TCS London Marathon.
Zak Fraser, who has so far raised £10,566, completed the marathon in 4 hours 48 minutes. He said: “My dad sadly passed away from cancer in 2018 after a long and brave battle. Through his diagnosis and treatment, Chai offered an amazing source of support through their reflexology experts. Mum, who sadly passed away suddenly in 2022, also benefitted from Chai’s services throughout these difficult years.”
Emma Levy, who with her husband, Jonny, ran for Chai and Future Dreams, said: “When I set the goal of raising £40,000 for my 40th birthday, there was no question which charities I would fundraise for. Chai and Future Dreams were the 2 charities who were there for me and my family throughout and beyond my whole breast cancer journey and I’ve been able to witness first hand the unbelievable work that they do.”
Ric Feingold finished the London Marathon in 4 hours 17 minutes and has raised more than £2,812. He said: “Chai Cancer Care gave me and my mum so much when she was diagnosed and long after she died of this horrible disease. Chai cancer staff and volunteers give so much daily to cancer patients and they overcome so many challenges, it only felt right to undertake such a big challenge to give something back”.
Daniel Sunshine completed the run in 5 hours 14 minutes, raising more than £3,858. He said: “Running for Chai is such a big honour. They have helped so many people that I know.”
Nathaniel Davidson who also took on the marathon for Chai, raised more than £3,480.
Louise Hager, Chai’s chairman, said: “We are in awe and salute all our runners for their remarkable dedication and unwavering commitment. Training for a marathon is no easy feat and through all their efforts, Chai can continue to be there for all those who turn to us.”
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