Doing Run Melbourne and raising funds for Dreambuilders Transformations and Peter Mac makes me feel like I’m part of something extraordinary; people giving selflessly to help others. It’s something I deeply believe in. I’m running for Peter Mac to support our friend Jessica Mains whose husband passed away recently, and she is running in his memory - I want to support her and the memories of Julian. I’m running for Dreambuilders Transformations because the program has given me the hope and support I need, and the support is ongoing.

I love running for fitness and it strengthens my abilities not only physically but mentally. I’m running three times a week between 7 and 13 kms in preparation for Run Melbourne, which will be my third half marathon. Running gives, me a sense of satisfaction and I feel excited being outdoors, I also feel content knowing that I’m training not just for myself but to help others.

It would be great if you could help me support these two amazing programs. All proceeds raised will go towards the Peter MacCallum Cancer Foundation and Dreambuilders Transformations.