Run For Ryan

We are a mother & daughter duo training to run the Auckland Half Marathon on October 20th.

Our mission is to raise funds for the Mike King Charity I AM HOPE. I AM HOPE is a community focused Charity which supports mental health awareness and aims to change the way New Zealanders think, act, and feel about mental health and well-being.

Nearly two years ago our family was exposed to the devastation and sadness of suicide when our close family friend Ryan Hudson took his own life. Ryan had been part of our lives since he was 14. He was smart, funny, had an infectious laugh and was a good friend. All those that knew him were devastated and his death has had a lasting impact on his many friends and family.

The number of suicides in New Zealand has reached its highest-ever level, with 685 people dying in the year to June 30.

This run is to honour our family friend Ryan & for all Kiwi's battling with mental illness. We miss you Ryan …. We got this!!