Simon Lacey will run over 26 miles around the streets of Berlin this Sunday.
The Aylesbury United Director is raising money for the club's charity partner Youth Concern, who support vulnerable 13-25 year olds across Aylesbury Vale.
Simon says "It will be hard, it will test me, and it will help me grow my resilience and personal strength.
It will also raise money for the amazing charity, Youth Concern, who do so many amazing things in our community"
The charity supports those who have a connection to Aylesbury Vale (like living, working or being educated here). While the organisation is there 13-25 year olds, Youth Concern specialises in working with those who face additional challenges.
That might include young people who
receive support from health and/or social care services
are financially vulnerable
have emerging or diagnosed mental health needs
are homeless or at risk of homelessness
are young carers
are ‘looked after’ or have a child protection plan
have Education, Health and Care plans (EHCPs)
are affected by domestic or sexual violence or abuse
have parents with mental health problems, alcohol or drug addictions
About 700 young people visit the Youth Concern Drop-In Centre on Whitehill Lane, near the Job Centre, every year
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