RunAcross
Relay run from Land’s End to John o’ Groats
to raise money for the Down’s Syndrome Association and Down’s Syndrome Scotland
Meet Iris
My name is Iris, I am a 20 year old university student and I am organising a run from Land’s End to John O’ Groats to raise money for the Down’s Syndrome Association and Down’s Syndrome Scotland.
The event is called RunAcross and will begin on World Down Syndrome Day (21 March)
and should last 14 days.
My little sister, Nancy, has inspired me to organise this charity event in aid of two wonderful charities. Viewing the world through Nancy’s eyes is one of the most beautiful parts of my life, she has taught me patience, kindness and unconditional love. She is my biggest blessing.
The aim of RunAcross is to spark a new conversation and show the world the capabilities of people with Down’s Syndrome. Thank you for taking the time to view my page.
Meet the team
Over 64 runners will be taking part in this epic challenge. Here are some of them with links to their personal fundraising pages.
Ralph Hammond
I’m taking part in Run Across to support Iris’s great effort in raising money for a fabulous charity.
Hannah Davis
I want to raise money for an amazing cause that is close to my heart and to push myself to achieve what I didn’t think I could do again
Lauren Woodward
I’m running for my sister Paignton🤍
Alison Thwaite
To support the DSA who walk life’s journey with people who have Down’s syndrome from birth to old age.
Lily Rogers
I am taking part in RunAcross in support of my lovely friend Iris, who has taken the time to organise this run in aid of the DSA and DSS.
Dominic Jordan
I’m taking part because I want to support my friends and family with Down’s Syndrome.
Emily Underwood
I am taking part to support the Down’s Syndrome Association, inspired by Iris and her sister Nancy and my cousin Tom who has Down’s Syndrome. I hope to raise some money and awareness with the intention of supporting those with Down’s Syndrome to live life to the fullest!
Kevin Cummings
I’m taking part in the RunAcross Challenge to support Iris and both Down’s Syndrome Scotland and the Down’s Syndrome Association to provide help and support to people who have Down’s syndrome & their families to realise their fullest of potential.
Anna Hammond
I’m Iris and Nancy’s mum, and they are both amazing inspirating people. So I’m happy to be running at either end of this epic charity fundraising event.
Izzy Painter
I am passionate to spark a new conversation and show the world the capabilities of people who have Down’s syndrome.
Trevor Woodward
Great idea and an honour to be asked to do my bit for the Run Across team and support the Down’s syndrome community with awareness and fundraising. Remember this is just about money, it’s about reminding people that there is a significant population who have Down’s syndrome and other learning disabilities that bring so much love and life to the world, and it’s in all our interests to take action to be more inclusive.
Eva Kupska
Great challenge crossing the UK in a way that can reach many people and raising awareness of Down’s syndrome.
Alan Pettigrew
I am running to support Down Syndrome Scotland and DSA inspired by my friend Harvey and his rock and mum Debbie.
Eden Parsons
My brother Billy who has Down’s Syndrome has always had a knack for bringing people together. This run will be an opportunity for us to come together for Billy and all other people with Down’s Syndrome to raise awareness as well as funds for support and services in the UK.
Izzy Watt and family
We will be taking part in RunAcross challenge in support of Iris and her sister Nancy. We are honoured to be running for DSA and DSS. We are a group of experienced to inexperienced runners and we are more than happy to participate!
Sara Davies
I’m participating in RunAcross to support my inspirational nieces Iris and Nancy and to help them raise money for two amazing charities.
Steve Cox
Its fantastic to be part of RunAcross – a great way to raise funds and awareness for the DSA. My wonderful nephew Mikey and wider family are very grateful for the support of DSA.
Pat Hayward
Proud to be helping out the lovely Hammond family with this inspiring event.
Carrie Biddle
I am running to support Iris and Nancy Hammond and a shared desire to improve inclusive communites where everyone is listened to and diversity is valued. As a speech and language therapist I am proud to be giving voice to support people with Down’s Syndrome and their families in this team challenge.