Faryal is starting with the first mile
Faryal is preparing for her first half marathon to support Solihull’s unpaid carers. She has planned workplace fundraisers for November, then she will build towards 13.1 miles at the Great Birmingham Run on 2 May 2027.
Her Wonderful Org page explains that she is a carer herself and knows how easily someone’s own time and energy can be pushed aside. Carers Trust Solihull supports unpaid carers of all ages, including young carers balancing school with caring at home.
The page has a £1,000 target and was waiting for its first donation when checked on 29 October. A first contribution would help Faryal begin both parts of her challenge.
The beneficiary is Solihull Carers Centre, registered charity 1092613.
Give people a clear reason to join you
- 1Name the charity and the result you want supporters to picture
- 2Put your date, target and challenge near the top of your page
- 3Explain the personal reason you chose this cause
- 4Share one progress update before asking people again
- 5Thank supporters and tell them what happened
Stories that build a sense of home
Stories of Hope and Home brings people with experience of seeking asylum together in Birmingham to build friendships, explore stories and create a sense of belonging. Regular sessions give people space to meet, practise English and use writing, poetry and theatre to share their experiences.
The charity also takes those stories into schools, helping young people learn directly from lived experience and build positive relationships across communities.
Supporters have already given £1,072.67 through Wonderful Org, with £168.75 Gift Aid. A visit to its page helps more people find and support this work.
Help supporters fundraise with confidence
- 1Give supporters one simple activity and a clear date.
- 2Supply a short page template with your charity number, purpose and direct donation link.
- 3Agree how volunteers may use your name, logo and photographs.
- 4Give every fundraiser one named contact for questions and updates.
- 5Thank each participant and share the result with permission.
Trustees remain responsible for fundraising carried out on the charity’s behalf. Check the current Charity Commission and Fundraising Regulator guidance for your arrangement.
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