My fundraising story started in November 2022 when my whole world changed. My father Andrew, a pillar of strength, succumbed to a seven-year battle with Alzheimer's at the age of 65.

Witnessing someone as young as my father succumb to Alzheimer's was devastating to see. Beyond memory loss and confusion, Alzheimer's brought simple challenges like the struggle to perform everyday tasks and communicate. Failing to recognise love ones and the inability to express himself. Dad was my hero and slowly we was losing him day by day. The reality is you gradually see someone dying before your eyes and there is nothing you can do about it.

The heartache of watching my dad, just 57, grapple with Alzheimer's is intensified by the fact that, currently, there's no cure for this relentless disease. Alzheimer's doesn't discriminate by age, and Dad's journey was a painful reminder that it can affect anyone, not just the elderly.
It's a stark reality that, despite being one of the biggest killers in the UK, there's no cure in sight. In fact, a person develops dementia every three minutes, and Alzheimer's Research UK (ARUK) is tirelessly working to change that. With your support, we can fund groundbreaking research to find a cure and bring hope to countless families facing this heart-wrenching journey. Let's shatter the myth that Alzheimer's only impacts older individuals and join hands to make a difference.
The void left by his departure became the catalyst for a journey— a journey fuelled by love, loss, and an unwavering determination to make a difference.

In 2023, I pledged to run the London Marathon in my father's honour to help find a cure. With every step, I carried his memory, his courage, and the collective hope that, together, we could push the boundaries of what's possible in the fight against Alzheimer's. The support from my family, friends and the wider community was overwhelming. Collectively, we were able to raise an incredible amount of money for Alzheimer's Research UK.

The experience of running The London Marathon became a beacon of light in my darkest hour, illuminating a path forward amidst the shadows of grief. It showed me that even in the face of loss, there is hope to be found, strength to be gained, and love to be shared.

The drive to continue fundraising is fuelled by a stark reality I, a father of two, could find myself in my father's position in two decades. With no cure currently available, my mission is clear: to be as proactive as possible in helping fundraise for ARUK to help find a cure.

This year I have set the challenge of running 6 marathons in 6 different countries in one year to help spread and raise awareness for Alzheimer's, however I'm on a mission to do more than just run marathons. I want to inspire real change and ignite a movement. That's why I've launched Alzheimer's Heroes, a platform dedicated to bringing people together to share their experiences, find support, and take action in the fight against Alzheimer's.