Couch to Marathon - A 42km quest to support inclusive sport and recreation access in Hawke's Bay and New Zealand.

Thirteen years ago a little man came into my life with a different future than the one most parents think of when they have a baby. He's taught me a lot about life and love and what it means to experience the world.

Along the way we've been helped by numerous amazing organisations, but in 2021 we met an organisation and people that have changed our lives.

Halberg Foundation support disabled youth to "move, play and discover". When you have a disability everything costs more and everything is harder to access in a way that is inclusive. In 2021 we attended our first Halberg Games, a 3-day event tailored to young athletes aged 8 - 21. For many its a chance to meet others like them and give it a go and some will continue on to become paralympians. The Halberg Spirit is an heartwarming experience of joy and laughter, passion and excitement. https://halberg.co.nz/

From the 2021 Hawkes Bay Halberg Team, came DSRHB (Disability Sport and Recreation Hawkes Bay), a group set up to encourage and support access to sport for disabled youth and adults in the region. Since inception the group has grown and activities include Sense Rugby, Tāngata Whaikaha Rugby, Boccia, and Adaptive Football, alongside connection events and supporting members to attend the Halberg Games each year. https://www.disabilitysporthb.co.nz/

I am fundraising for both these amazing charities as a thank you for their ongoing support and to help them continue to provide opportunities in the future.

Thanks for your support!