Rona Cowden, Finance Manager at WSW Refurbishments, is now well underway with training for the 2024 London Marathon, Rona will be joined by her long-term running companions, the “Running Joke”, where she will run to support Anthony Nolan, the Blood Cancer Charity.
Rowden Cowden takes on The London Marathon 2024 with the running group “The Running Joke”.
The decision to run for Anthony Nolan holds a personal connection for Rona and her friends, as team member, Sian, discovered health issues while running. Tragically, she was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia, a severe blood cancer, and Anthony Nolan became her lifeline, providing an urgent stem cell transplant in April 2022. Grateful for the life-saving intervention, the team now aims to give back by raising awareness and funds for Anthony Nolan through the London Marathon.
Rona, who has been part of the WSW Refurbishments team since 2015, expresses her appreciation to her colleagues. ‘I’d like to thank everyone at WSW Refurbishments for their support as I continue to rigorous training programme to ensure that myself and The Running Joke can complete the London Marathon and raise as much money and awareness as possible. It’s a daunting challenge, but with the support of my colleagues, our clients, friends and family, I know we can accomplish anything.’
WSW Refurbishments is passionate about supporting charities and helping to raise awareness. The company already have a longstanding relationship with other charities, which include Acer Trust and Marie Curie, with whom the company regularly work to deliver refurbishment works, including shop fit-out and decoration works.
Colin Cheek, Managing Director at WSW Refurbishments, expresses the company's sentiment, stating, "We're really proud of Rona for running the marathon for a good cause. Her hard work shows her belief in helping the community, and we fully support her in this important effort”
Support Rona and The Running Joke in their noble cause by making a donation today.. Your contribution will play a crucial role in helping those battling blood cancer, and every donation makes a meaningful impact. Join us in making a difference by donating to Rona's Just Giving page: https://www.justgiving.com/page/rona-cowden-1692732657400?utm_term=zvndPk5JE
Your generosity will contribute to the mission of saving lives and providing hope to individuals facing these challenging health conditions.
The London Marathon is an iconic annual event that brings together thousands of runners from around the world to tackle a challenging 26.2-mile course through the heart of London. Held since 1981, this prestigious marathon is not only a test of physical endurance but also a platform for charitable fundraising and community spirit. Participants, ranging from elite athletes to amateur runners, take on the famous route, passing landmarks like the Tower Bridge and Buckingham Palace.
Anthony Nolan is a UK-based charity organisation dedicated to saving the lives of people with blood cancer. Their primary focus is on connecting stem cell donors with those in need of a transplant. They operate a register of potential stem cell and bone marrow donors, facilitating matches with individuals suffering from conditions like leukaemia and lymphoma. Anthony Nolan also conducts cutting-edge research and provides support to patients and their families throughout the transplant process. Their mission revolves around giving hope and a chance at life to those facing blood cancer by fostering a network of donors and advancing medical knowledge in the field
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