24H Run for Full Bellies Charity

My name is Corban Harding and im from Christchurch, New Zealand. Over the past year I have taken up running as have a lot of people and watching the sport grow has been great. I have set myself some pretty cool challenges over the last 12 months and in 2025 I look to create some challenges to push me both Physically and Mentally.

On December 23, 2024, I set a personal goal to run 100km, and I completed it in 11 hours and 32 seconds. In 2025, My first goal is to run sub 3 hours at the CHCH marathon, which I completed in April with a time of 2:52:46. My second goal that I have set myself is to run around South Hagley park for 24 Hours to raise money for Full Bellies charity. My Third goal is to run the Queenstown marathon and really just enjoy it and take in the things I have accomplished so far.

My goal is to raise $2,400 for Full Bellies, which will go toward providing more food and resources for these children. I chose this charity because, as a child, I was fortunate to never have to worry about where my next meal would come from. My family always made sure I had what I needed, and now, as I watch my young nephew grow up, I can’t help but think of the children who aren’t as fortunate. I would hate to see any child in the same situation feel embarrassed or anxious about when they will eat next. By supporting Full Bellies, I hope to help at least one child not suffer from hunger.