This month, a husband and wife team from Sutton-in-Ashfield are running the TCS London Marathon in an effort to raise money for children and young adults suffering from cancer.
On Sunday, April 21, Lee and Mary-Anne Roberts will put on their best show in an effort to raise money for Young Lives vs Cancer, the top cancer charity in the UK serving children and youth.
“My cousin was diagnosed with T-cell lymphoma at the age of five, so I am acutely aware of the impact cancer can have on young people and their families,” stated 47-year-old Lee.
Ten years have passed since her diagnosis, and while she is among the fortunate ones to have recovered, many other families and young people still require the assistance of organisations like Young Lives Vrs Cancer.
“The children who are fighting cancer can’t give up, and that is what motivates me to run. The London Marathon is the greatest marathon in the world and the ultimate challenge.
We wish to raise money to support Young Lives versus. Cancer in its mission to provide support to those in need since we know how devastating cancer can be to families. I would adore it if the neighbourhood supported and sponsored our 26.3-mile marathon goal.
“Although it presents a significant challenge, we are incredibly proud of the work we are doing to support children and young adults with cancer. I’ve witnessed firsthand the genuine impact the charity makes, and keeping that in mind will help me finish.
In the UK, 12 more kids and teenagers will be devastated to learn they have cancer every day. For a youngster and their family, receiving a cancer diagnosis fills them with immense worry. Fear of medical care, but also of broken families, crippling financial concerns, being alone and without a support system.
The nonprofit organisation Young Lives vs. Cancer gives children, youth, and their families the tools they need to overcome the challenges that cancer presents.
The organisation provides families with free lodging close to the child’s hospital through Homes from Home, expert, empowering assistance from social workers, and grants to assist with the financial burden of cancer.
“We can’t thank Lee and Mary-Anne enough for their amazing efforts, taking on the challenge of a lifetime for Young Lives vs Cancer,” said Sophie Hartley, Mass Participation Events Manager at Young Lives vs Cancer. We are amazed at Lee and Mary-Anne’s commitment and tenacity, given all the blisters they have had and the amount of jogging and training they have done.
“We hope the community will support Lee and Mary-Anne’s fundraising efforts in their last push. We are eager to support Team Young Lives, Lee, and Mary-Anne all the way to the finish line.
