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Members of staff and people we support in Cope Foundation Glasheen’s JBC recently held a fundraiser.
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The participants ran, walked or wheeled laps around the complex in Glasheen until they covered 42 kilometres.
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42 kilometres is the same as 26 miles. That is the distance of a full marathon!
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The campaign is named after Donal Walsh who died of cancer at a young age. Donal is an inspiration to many people.
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The campaign helps people suffering from cancer by supporting their families and improving facilities in hospitals.
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After they finished the marathon Cope Foundation Glasheen challenged BTC to be next to do their own marathon.
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Everyone had lots of fun and the weather was lovely.
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Well done to everyone who took part!
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