Run4Haz to take on the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

The Evans family will be taking on this year’s Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon for a very special person, their cousin Harry Evans.

In summer 2023, Harry aged just 8 at the time was very sadly diagnosed with a severe brain tumour. Devastating news for all of the family, in particular Harry, Harry embarked on a cruel journey to fight this horrible disease. While his school mates continued their studies, Harry started a cycle of 6 weeks of proton therapy and has currently completed two out of four rounds of chemotherapy,

In response to the devastating news, the Family knew they wanted to do something to show their support for Harry. Six cousins, aged 18- 21 and one uncle have decided to run the marathon in aid of the Children’s Brain Tumour Research Centre at the University of Nottingham.

With Harry living in Wakefield with his family, it made sense for the family to run the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon, with the hope that Harry can join the family at the finish line

“We are all desperate to try and make a difference in the battle against children’s brain cancer so if you have the chance to donate or share Harry's story it would be very much appreciated by us all.

“It was important to our family that all money raised would head to a charity which focuses on research on brain tumours. After searching for one that felt right for us we came across the Children’s Brain Tumour Research Centre (CBTRC) at the University of Nottingham.

“We felt this was the right charity for us due to it having some family connections, such as it being in the city Harry was born in, as well as it being specific to children’s brain tumours. It’s an incredible cause and we’ve been in contact with the charity and had a lovely response to our upcoming challenge.”

On Wednesday 14^th February it was announced that the group had reached a fantastic milestone, £1000 raised for their chosen charity.

“All of us at Run4Haz wanted to say a massive thank you to everyone who’s donated and supported our cause so far

“If you want to donate head to our JustGiving page, link is in our Instagram bio. Let’s keep pushing and getting ready for the Leeds Marathon on May 12th.”

To support Harry, click here

A huge good luck to the Evans family from everyone at Run For All! We hope you have a fantastic race day and raise important funds for such a special cause.

The Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon, in partnership with Clarion, is taking place on Sunday 12th May, the same day as the Leeds Half Marathon. Entries are still open, potential participants are asked to go to www.runforall.com to find out more.