Rainbows accountant runs 31 half marathons to celebrate 31 years of care

An accountant at Rainbows is trading figures for miles as he takes on a mammoth sponsored challenge in January.

Cameron Hardy (26) has set himself the task of running 406.1 miles in January – a half marathon every single day.

Rainbows first opened in 1994 so will be turning 31 next year. The Assistant Management Accountant said: “I thought it would be great to celebrate 31 years of care by taking on 31 half marathons.

“Before Covid I didn’t appreciate the value of both walking and running, during the first lockdown this very much changed and is now an integral part of my daily life. Nowadays, I love to run and love a challenge, so am very much looking forwards to January as crazy as that might sound!

“To raise money for Rainbows is so important. Having worked at the charity for seven years, I see the invaluable work that is done to support so many families at their darkest times. Rainbows provides support to babies, children and young people at the hospice, at home or in hospital and with very little statutory funding, we really do rely on fundraising.

“I want to thank everyone who has supported me so far, including my friends who have pledged to run with me.”

Cameron will run before or after work in and around Wigston, where he lives. He expects each 13.1 miles to take him around two hours.

Kerry Laurie, Rainbows Community Fundraiser, added: “We simply couldn’t do what we do without our fundraisers, and it is always wonderful when Rainbows staff get involved. We all wish Cameron the best with his challenge.”

To support Cameron, visit Cameron Hardy is fundraising for Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People