Trustee and mum to run London Marathon for AEM

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December 17, 2024

Ross Levy has chosen to mark his turning 30 next year by running in the London Marathon in support of Autism East Midlands.

Ross, who is a trustee at Autism East Midlands, will be celebrating his 30th year in style, running in the largest annual one-day fundraising event in the UK, the London Marathon.

Joining him will be his mum, Katie, who will be turning 60 next year.

Both Ross and his mum plan on training over the winter months for the marathon, and Ross is also planning to host quiz nights and other events to raise money ahead of the big day.

Their goal is to raise £3000 for Autism East Midlands, which will support our services across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and other counties, making a huge difference for autistic people.

On their JustGiving page, they share why they have decided to support Autism East Midlands:

We're both are very excited and honoured to be participating in this iconic event. One of us is turning 60 next year, and the other is turning 30, and to do something for an amazing charity to celebrate seems very fitting!

We are so grateful for any sponsorship or support received, and will be training through the winter months with you all spurring us on. Autism East Midlands is a charity that has an everyday impact for our family, as well as thousands of other individuals and families every single day.

The charity has a flagship specialist school in the heart of Nottingham where you will find our inspiration and begrudging training partner Alex!

Also, we have been fortunate enough to have had tours of the dedicated residential services and an innovative training facility to help autistic individuals live independently.

Ross Levy, Trustee and London Marathon runner