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Campaign idea: Benjy ran his first marathon

Benjy stepped into a marathon place with only eight weeks to train, running to support his grandmother's care home.

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Benjy's grandmother has lived happily at Hammerson House for three years. When an injured runner withdrew in late February, Benjy took their place to run his first in-person marathon. With only eight weeks to prepare, he raised over £2,000 for the home.

Where it happens

UK

The charity

https://www.nightingalehammerson.org/

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