Local business owner goes the extra mile for Age UK Norwich
Published on 25 April 2023 02:03 PM
On Sunday 23rd April, Chris Carter achieved his goal of completing the London Marathon in aid of Age UK Norwich.
As the co-owner of a local care home company, Home Instead Norwich, Chris was inspired to fundraise for us and help on our mission to make Norwich an Age Friendly City.
Starting his career as a community pharmacist, Chris has always been an active member of the community. In 2010, he entered the rewarding world of care, opening Home Instead’s Norwich office with his wife, Akie.
Chris has worked alongside Age UK Norwich for the last 13 years, and decided to fundraise for us to shape an age friendly city that will also benefit his clients.
After months of hard work, training, and dedication, Chris rose to the challenge of running 26.2 miles at the London Marathon. It was his first ever marathon, and he completed it in an impressive 3 hours and 42 minutes.
He raised an amazing £1,354, successfully beating his target of £1,000.
We would like to extend our thanks and appreciation to Chris for his fantastic achievement, we are so grateful that he chose to support us throughout his marathon journey.
Take part in the Great North Run
If you are interested in fundraising for Age UK Norwich by taking part in a sponsored running event, why not consider the Great North Run? We have 5 charity spaces available to offer to runners who pledge to raise a minimum of £200 each.