A dedicated team of runners is preparing to take on one of the world’s most iconic endurance challenges to raise vital funds for the Army Benevolent Fund (ABF), the British Army’s national charity.
The ABF marathon team will be taking part in the London Marathon, tackling the 26.2‑mile course in support of soldiers, veterans and their families who are facing hardship or recovery following service. Each participant is running not only for personal achievement, but to help ensure that those who have served the nation receive the support they need, for life.
The Army Benevolent Fund plays a crucial role in providing practical, emotional and financial assistance to members of the Army community, from serving personnel to veterans and their dependants. Support ranges from independent living adaptations and mobility support to care, education and wellbeing assistance.
By joining the ABF marathon team, runners commit to extensive training while fundraising to help the charity continue its work across the UK. The marathon challenge offers an opportunity for supporters from all walks of life to actively contribute to the Armed Forces community through determination, resilience and community spirit.
The charity has praised the team’s commitment, highlighting how events such as the marathon are essential in raising both funds and awareness of the ongoing needs within the Army family.
Supporters are encouraged to follow the team’s progress and contribute to their fundraising efforts, helping to ensure the Army Benevolent Fund can continue to make a lasting difference to those who have served.
the Army’s Chaplain General, the Reverend Michael Parker said " I have a sweet spot for the ABF, which I first heard about just after joining the Army. I was fascinated by the scale of a charity that delivers its work through supporting other specialist organisations. Since then, I’ve seen how charities can step in where the state is unable to – and have helped people to access this support in my pastoral role as a chaplain. I also have the joy of taking part in the annual Army Carol Service, organised by the ABF."
ABF The Soldiers' Charity
ABF The Soldiers’ Charity provides a lifetime of support to soldiers and veterans from the British Army, and their immediate families, when they are in need.
