Story added: 20th March 2024
Ex-soldier Del Sullivan is preparing to walk 26 miles every day for 10 consecutive days to raise money for the Foundation and military charity On Course Foundation.
Del, who served with the British army in Afghanistan, was severely injured in 2005 and lost part of his spine when an improvised explosive device detonated nearby. His journey back to recovery has included having to learn to walk again and a challenging battle with his mental health. Despite all his difficult experiences, Del wants to go out of his way to give back to the charities that were there for him when he needed them most and is preparing to embark on a truly fantastic fundraising mission.
Del popped into The Nest recently to meet some of our participants ahead of his incredible feat:
“I wanted to give people from all walks of life not only a second or third chance in life but for some, a first chance.
“Like myself, who needed a few chances in life after firstly being medically discharged from the army in 2016 due to suffering a broken back and undergoing multiple surgeries. I also needed a third chance after suffering from mental health issues over the last few years”.
Del begins his 10 marathons around Norwich on 18th April and finishes at Carrow Road before Norwich City’s home game against Swansea City on Saturday, 27th April.
If you’d like to support Del, visit his Facebook or donate through his Just Giving page.
3rd July 2024
On Friday 24th May, local school Ashleigh Primary joined forces with the Foundation to put together a morning of fundraising fun.
2nd July 2024
On Sunday 30th of June over 140 cyclists took to the roads of Norfolk for the Foundation fundraiser - Cycle Swarm 2024.
1st July 2024
On Saturday 29th of June The Nest played host to the Foundation's first ever Armed Forces Day.
27th June 2024
In April, ex-soldier Del Sullivan embarked on a mammoth fundraising mission, walking ten marathons in ten days around Norwich ring road, raising money for the Community Sports Foundation.
When you donate a little each month, you will be helping to transform the lives of local people of all ages who need our support – giving them the opportunity to connect with others like them, feel happier and healthier in themselves, and raise their aspirations.
We have Soccer Schools running at venues across Norfolk & Suffolk, and whether participants are new to football, or are already a budding Canary superstar, the Soccer Schools programme has been put together to provide a fun, holiday activity at an affordable price.
As Norwich City Football Club's official charity partner, we help thousands of people every year achieve their goals through sport, supporting some of the most disadvantaged, disabled and talented people across Norfolk. Our vision is to support, inspire, and improve our community.
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