My name is Phillipa, I am 32 and I’m running the 2026 London Marathon for VICTA. It will be my first ever marathon! I have worked with VI children in the past and seen how hard it can be for them to access everyday things, especially within the education system. Can you describe [...]

I’m Mary, from Bexleyheath, in SE London.  I am in my 70s, entering my first Marathon! In 1952, I arrived into the world 3 months early (I've always been rather impatient). I've been blind since I was born so I've had a few challenges to overcome but I've never let my blindness stop me. [...]

I am Michelle, mum of 2, wife, and have a very demanding job, as well as being a fitness instructor. I am running the London Marathon on behalf of VICTA and in memory of my good friend’s niece Amy, who was helped personally by VICTA when her eyesight was taken from her due to [...]

My name is Katie Martin, I am a mum of two boys and live in Aberdeen, Scotland with my husband and boys. VICTA stood out for me as my grandfather lost his sight later in life due to a deteriorating eyesight condition, which was so hard to watch him go through. Having been blessed [...]

I am Michelle, mum of 2, wife, and have a very demanding job, as well as being a fitness instructor. I am running the London Marathon on behalf of VICTA and in memory of my good friend’s niece Amy, who was helped personally by VICTA when her eyesight was taken from her due to [...]

My name is Phillipa Rainey. I’m 32, a teacher and I live in Huddersfield. I have only been running since March 2025 and when I was watching the marathon this year, I was in  absolute awe of all the people running. I went out on a whim and thought I’m going to apply for this! [...]

Hi, I’m Michael. I’m currently training for the London Marathon and raising funds for VICTA. Alongside the marathon itself, I wanted to do something that brought people together and made fundraising feel joyful rather than transactional. Can you describe the fundraising initiative? Alongside my London Marathon fundraising, I decided to organise and host [...]

Hi, I am Katie from Colorado! I decided to run for Team VICTA because I am a big believer in every single person getting opportunities to do whatever fulfils them. I want all kids to believe they can reach the stars and achieve ANYTHING and EVERYTHING they desire. I love that VICTA helps these kids [...]

Hi I’m Rachel, I’m a mum of two living in Northamptonshire, England. I've been running for 7 years now and absolutely love the feeling of getting out of my head and moving. After applying for the London Marathon for the past three years and being unsuccessful, I thought what better reason to do [...]

Hi, I'm Michelle. I’m a working mum with children, based in Essex. I ran in 2021 and am back to run 2026, five years later as I have unfinished business – I’m going for sub four hours and to have that marathon high. I’m running in support of my friend Emma, her niece was supported [...]