The London Marathon
Sunday 27th April 2025
The London Marathon
Sunday 27th April 2025
Assuming that you are able to run the shortest route, most people who complete the London Marathon will run, at least, an extra half a mile. However, the hardship suffered is minimal compared to those helped by their efforts; for many of them just getting through every day is a marathon. This year we have a determined and dedicated team of 10 running to our support the charity.
We wish all the marathon team who are truly ‘Making a Difference’ the best of luck on 27th April in London!
If you would like to run for WAAMAD charity in future London Marathons please contact us via email.
Daniella Brown
WAAMAD is a wonderful charity who support so many people in so many ways. For example helping disabled people get involved in sport or allowing elderly people to enjoy special moments like Christmas. They truly make sure that every person they are aiming to help is at the centre of their approach and it is a honour to be running for them. They have already helped so many people and made such a positive impact on so many lives and so by raising money for them they are able to carry on providing support and opportunities for so many people.
Robert Wormald
I’m Rob, 32 and a financial adviser from Solihull; I'm hoping my professional knowledge will ease me towards my fundraising target !!!
I am delighted to be running the 2025 London Marathon for We Are All Making A Difference (WAAMAD), a local charity to the West Midlands which supports so many individuals, organisations and those who need it most. I have personal knowledge of some of the extraordinary work the charity does.
I previously ran the London Marathon in 2018. As a keen runner, I complete the 5 kms Parkrun in under twenty minutes. I’m training hard for the London Marathon 2025, aiming to go under 3hrs 30mins.
WAAMAD supports significant causes and continues to grant wishes, making memories for so many that are less fortunate. It truly is a fantastic charity raising money for the heart of the local community. Your support and any donations would be greatly appreciated as I take on the 26.2 miles challenge in April.
I am delighted to be running the 2025 London Marathon for We Are All Making A Difference (WAAMAD), a local charity to the West Midlands which supports so many individuals, organisations and those who need it most. I have personal knowledge of some of the extraordinary work the charity does.
I previously ran the London Marathon in 2018. As a keen runner, I complete the 5 kms Parkrun in under twenty minutes. I’m training hard for the London Marathon 2025, aiming to go under 3hrs 30mins.
WAAMAD supports significant causes and continues to grant wishes, making memories for so many that are less fortunate. It truly is a fantastic charity raising money for the heart of the local community. Your support and any donations would be greatly appreciated as I take on the 26.2 miles challenge in April.
Tom Brearley
Thank you for visiting my JustGiving page! This year, I’m taking on the challenge of running 2 world-major marathons within 7 days to support two incredible charities:
🏃♂️ WAAMAD (UK) – A Birmingham-based charity that grants wishes for those in need within the community. They provide support such as Disneyland trips for children with life-threatening illnesses, specialist equipment for children with disabilities, and financial aid for hospices.
🏃♂️ Cradles 2 Crayons (USA) – Provides children living in homeless or low-income situations, with the essential items they need to thrive—at home and at school. They supply clothing, shoes, diapers, school supplies, and more, free of charge.
Every mile I run is dedicated to helping vulnerable children get the support they deserve. Your donation, no matter the size, will make a real difference to their lives.
🏃♂️ WAAMAD (UK) – A Birmingham-based charity that grants wishes for those in need within the community. They provide support such as Disneyland trips for children with life-threatening illnesses, specialist equipment for children with disabilities, and financial aid for hospices.
🏃♂️ Cradles 2 Crayons (USA) – Provides children living in homeless or low-income situations, with the essential items they need to thrive—at home and at school. They supply clothing, shoes, diapers, school supplies, and more, free of charge.
Every mile I run is dedicated to helping vulnerable children get the support they deserve. Your donation, no matter the size, will make a real difference to their lives.
Adam Fenn
My name is Adam and l am a 38 year old Qualified Electrical Contracts Manager from Stamford, Lincolnshire, I have always ran shorter distances competitively and never thought l would be able to complete a marathon until l decided to sign up to the Manchester Marathon 2 years ago. Finishing on a good time l was then hooked and decided to run the Edinburgh Marathon a year later.
Having been lucky enough to secure a place in the 2025 London Marathon l have set myself another time goal and I will be running for the charity 'We Are All Making A Difference' (WAAMAD) who support and distribute raised funds to individuals and organisations such as Bereavement organisations, Children’s Action groups and Cancer trusts. Their work already achievement has been nothing short of brilliant and l am really privilege to be running for team WAAMAD at such a large Marathon Event.
This is a wonderful charity and any support would be greatly appreciated by me.
Having been lucky enough to secure a place in the 2025 London Marathon l have set myself another time goal and I will be running for the charity 'We Are All Making A Difference' (WAAMAD) who support and distribute raised funds to individuals and organisations such as Bereavement organisations, Children’s Action groups and Cancer trusts. Their work already achievement has been nothing short of brilliant and l am really privilege to be running for team WAAMAD at such a large Marathon Event.
This is a wonderful charity and any support would be greatly appreciated by me.
Seb Banwell
My name is Seb Banwell, and I grew up in Sussex. Whilst a keen sportsman, I was never an avid runner and always found the sport hard. Since moving to London two years ago I have gradually got into it more and more, and am now hooked.
After a few half marathons, I'm delighted to be running the full distance for WAAMD. It has been amazing to see the brilliant work they have done over the years, and it is a privilege to participate in such a huge event as part of team WAAMD.
It is a wonderful charity run by wonderful people. Any support you could offer would be greatly appreciated and goes to a brilliant cause.
After a few half marathons, I'm delighted to be running the full distance for WAAMD. It has been amazing to see the brilliant work they have done over the years, and it is a privilege to participate in such a huge event as part of team WAAMD.
It is a wonderful charity run by wonderful people. Any support you could offer would be greatly appreciated and goes to a brilliant cause.
Grace Harrison
Hi, I'm Grace and I am a 26 year old vet from Oxfordshire! I live with my house rabbit Wilbur who enjoys accompanying my warm up and cool down stretch sessions.
Running is an important detox from the stresses of my job and for me, there are few problems that aren't made better with a run. This new adventure is both a challenge and a chance to have fun! I have done a few half marathons now, and many trail events, but this will be my first marathon. My target time is 3hrs30 or faster! I am very excited to be coupling my love for the sport with raising money for such a fantastic organisation - We Are All Making A Difference charity.
Instagram & tik tok @pacygracie
Running is an important detox from the stresses of my job and for me, there are few problems that aren't made better with a run. This new adventure is both a challenge and a chance to have fun! I have done a few half marathons now, and many trail events, but this will be my first marathon. My target time is 3hrs30 or faster! I am very excited to be coupling my love for the sport with raising money for such a fantastic organisation - We Are All Making A Difference charity.
Instagram & tik tok @pacygracie
Josh Brown
My name is Joshua Brown I am a 22 year old student studying in Sweden, I am running for “We are all making a difference" as they provide such a wide variety of support across every demographic and their help has been invaluable for everyone, especially for the organisation who do not have the ability to raise funds themselves.
Gary Brown
As an ex footballer, being fit and healthy and being able to do what I want, when I want, but since i had a heart attack in October 2022 and then being diagnosed with diabetes I had to re - look at how I maintain my fitness.
I'm so lucky that I'm embarking on this journey with my son, Josh, who is in Sweden studying for is Masters in International Marketing and playing football, and my daughter Daniella, who is at Manchester University studying for her Criminology degree, plus if my youngest son Jaden (JJ) could have taken part he would have loved to have been part of it, But he will be cheering us all on along with my wife, Shelley.
For me having this focus on the marathon has to get fit, but being able to help others by running for the charity and giving something back has really helped keep the focus as I feel I have been lucky to recover an be able to participate, where as there are others less fortunate that we all can help.
As a family we have also been affected by cancer and the terrible way it hurts families at all ages, so being able to do something to work towards a cure is a major driving force as well.
So please support me, Josh and Daniella and most importantly the charity "We Are All Making A Difference"
Gary Brown Training Ground
I'm so lucky that I'm embarking on this journey with my son, Josh, who is in Sweden studying for is Masters in International Marketing and playing football, and my daughter Daniella, who is at Manchester University studying for her Criminology degree, plus if my youngest son Jaden (JJ) could have taken part he would have loved to have been part of it, But he will be cheering us all on along with my wife, Shelley.
For me having this focus on the marathon has to get fit, but being able to help others by running for the charity and giving something back has really helped keep the focus as I feel I have been lucky to recover an be able to participate, where as there are others less fortunate that we all can help.
As a family we have also been affected by cancer and the terrible way it hurts families at all ages, so being able to do something to work towards a cure is a major driving force as well.
So please support me, Josh and Daniella and most importantly the charity "We Are All Making A Difference"
Gary Brown Training Ground
Lucia Ronzella
"I'm Lúcia, and it’s great being part of the team. I’m a dentist, wife, and mother of three fantastic teenagers. Running has been my chosen sport and hobby since 2015.
I train with a running club almost exclusively for women, and running races became a part of my life 10 years ago. It’s my therapy, when I can have a moment to myself, take care of myself, stay healthy and recharge to be able to work and take care of my family.
In 2022, I ran my first marathon in Berlin and fell in love with long-distance races. Since then, I've done others, such as Rio de Janeiro (June/2023), New York (November/2023), Chicago (October/2024), and it will be fantastic to participate in the London marathon, in April.
Training for a marathon is not easy, it's many months of preparation, with a high volume of workouts, but this is part of my day-to-day life and ends up being very rewarding, it develops a sense of discipline and makes me organise myself to balance my personal, professional and sports life.
Just as running does me a lot of good, it is gratifying to use my sport to help people around the world who are going through illness, difficult times and need support. Therefore, I am thrilled to be able to collaborate with the WAAMAD Charity and, in this way, help so many people gain a better perspective. I hope that this contribution brings comfort, health and many good things to people in need, as well as running has benefitted me for so many years”
I train with a running club almost exclusively for women, and running races became a part of my life 10 years ago. It’s my therapy, when I can have a moment to myself, take care of myself, stay healthy and recharge to be able to work and take care of my family.
In 2022, I ran my first marathon in Berlin and fell in love with long-distance races. Since then, I've done others, such as Rio de Janeiro (June/2023), New York (November/2023), Chicago (October/2024), and it will be fantastic to participate in the London marathon, in April.
Training for a marathon is not easy, it's many months of preparation, with a high volume of workouts, but this is part of my day-to-day life and ends up being very rewarding, it develops a sense of discipline and makes me organise myself to balance my personal, professional and sports life.
Just as running does me a lot of good, it is gratifying to use my sport to help people around the world who are going through illness, difficult times and need support. Therefore, I am thrilled to be able to collaborate with the WAAMAD Charity and, in this way, help so many people gain a better perspective. I hope that this contribution brings comfort, health and many good things to people in need, as well as running has benefitted me for so many years”