Running stories
"The marathon experience was incredible, sweaty exhilarating, unbelievable, unforgettable!
"ActionAid has made it all the more meaningful through their support and life changing work overseas."
Sam Finn, 30, a travel specialist from Northumberland
Ran: London Marathon 2009
Time: 3hrs 45 mins 45 secs
"The support of the ActionAid cheerers along the route really helped keep me going"
Andy Georgiou
Ran: Royal Parks Half Marathon 2009
"Doing the 5k Santa Run for ActionAid was a truly refreshing and rewarding experience!
"It felt great to make a contribution to such an important charity, and to get fit running... After the Santa Run I’ll definitely be raising money for ActionAid again."
Camilla Tham
Ran: Santa Run 2009
"I ran for ActionAid as it is an absolutely fantastic cause, I completely believe in what they do!
"The marathon experience was good – now going to do one again - so I’ll see you next year!"
Ayo Ogunsanlu, 42, a microbiologist from Essex
Ran: London Marathon 2009
Time: 4hrs
"I wanted to raise money for a really worthwhile charity that helps those who aren’t in the fortunate situation that we are."
Cheryl Luzet
Ran: Adidas Women's Challenge 2009
"...Simply an awesome event that brings out the best in everyone!
"ActionAid promotes global justice which is an agenda that is inspiring young generations, it is a privilege to represent them."
Birju Kotecha, 24, a teacher from Lancashire
Ran: London Marathon 2009
"I run for ActionAid because I believe it’s an extremely worthwhile cause."
Devina Conhye
Ran: Bupa Great North Run 2009
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photo : ©Kristian Buus/ActionAid.
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