Message From Dame Kelly Holmes' Charity: 'Kelly's Charity Runners'

To support Dame Kelly Homes' charity we are launching a club for runners of all ages and abilities. We want people up and down the country to get their kit on and get running to raise much needed funds for a cause close to Kelly's heart: inspiring young people. Having seen first hand the difference that sporting role models can make to young people, Kelly is passionate about her charity supporting disadvantaged young people to find and believe in their own talents by using positive high achievers from the world of sport as role models and mentors.

We work with young people in areas where crime is high, money is scarce, health is poor, and passing an exam seems an unachievable goal. Through inspirational mentoring from elite sports performers, we raise the aspirations of these hard to reach young people, giving them the chance to get their lives 'on track'.

In return for committing to support Kelly's Trust in this way, runners receive a range of benefits unique to Kelly's Charity Runners. Anyone can gain Bronze, Silver or Gold membership of the Runners Club, depending on how much money they commit to raise, starting with £100 for Bronze level runners.

So whether you are a complete beginner, a rising star, or a seasoned veteran, we want to hear from you! We already have places available in the Great South Run on 25 October for those who are serious runners!

If you would like to learn more please email 'Kelly's Charity Runners' on kcr@dkhlegacytrust.org.

Thanks for taking the time to read this, and please forward to anyone you think would be interested.

Best Wishes

Dame Kelly Holmes' Legacy Trust Team