51动漫

When Laura Crick lines up for the TCS London Marathon in 2026, she鈥檒l be celebrating a remarkable milestone: her fifth London Marathon, her fourth consecutive year on the iconic course, and her third time proudly running in aid of the 51动漫 (ROS). But Laura鈥檚 journey with ROS began in a whirlwind.

In 2024, she stepped in at the very last minute, with just six weeks鈥� notice, to take on the marathon for the charity. 鈥淚t鈥檚 important to give ROS as much support as possible,鈥� she says. Despite the tight turnaround, she raised an incredible 拢2,700, proving not only her determination but her natural talent for rallying people behind a cause she cares deeply about.

Laura鈥檚 motivation is deeply personal.

"I have a very close friend who was diagnosed with osteoporosis,鈥� she explains. 鈥淏eing able to run and raise money that helps towards the vital help and support, as well as the medical treatment she, and everyone else living with the disease, receives, is really important to me."

A fundraiser who never stops giving

Laura has become a familiar and inspiring figure within the ROS running community. On the official TCS London Marathon social media pages, she regularly shares fundraising tips with runners who are struggling, offering encouragement and practical advice drawn from her own experience.

And she has plenty of experience. Over the years, Laura has raised thousands for charities close to her heart, but particularly for ROS:

• 拢2,700 in just 6 weeks for ROS in 2024

• 拢5,000+ with her son for ROS in 2025

• 拢2,700 in 8 weeks for another charity in 2023

For 2026, she鈥檚 already raised over 拢3,000 鈥� and she鈥檚 not slowing down.

Creative, community鈥慸riven fundraising

Laura鈥檚 fundraising is as energetic as her marathon training. This year, she has organised three supermarket collections at her local ASDA, complete with:

• A QR code linking directly to her Enthuse page

• A contactless card machine

• Her bike - which she brings along to add an extra challenge and spark conversations

• Fun games to draw shoppers in

She also works closely with local businesses, encouraging them to sponsor rounds at her popular quiz nights. Hosted at a local golf club, who generously provides the room for free, Laura even supplies the snacks herself.

And as a talented baker, she regularly whips up cakes to sell, adding a personal touch that her supporters love.

Looking ahead to 2026

Despite her experience, Laura admits she felt daunted at first. 鈥淭his is my fourth consecutive year fundraising, so it鈥檚 going to be tough,鈥� she thought. But with her trademark determination, creativity, and the support of her family and friends, who she jokes are now used to her 鈥渂eing a nuisance鈥� for sponsorship, she鈥檚 already smashing her targets.

2026 will be an especially meaningful year: Laura turns 50 just four days before the marathon. She plans to use the milestone to inspire even more donations and awareness for a cause that means so much to her.

Could you take on a fundraising challenge for the ROS?