Fifth-generation British bedmaker Harrison Spinks is fundraising for Leeds-based charity, Zarach, "transforming every mile of the London Marathon into a mattress for children living without a proper bed".
David Labuschagne, head of marketing at Harrison Spinks, will run the London Marathon on 26th April, with each mile completed matched by the donation of a bespoke mattress, helping to give children experiencing bed poverty a safe and comfortable place to sleep.
The company’s fundraising initiative builds on a longstanding partnership with the charity, through which more than 820 bespoke mattresses have already been donated to children experiencing bed poverty.
As part of its London Marathon fundraising, the company will donate a further 26 mattresses, in addition to its ongoing commitment to provide 30 mattresses each month.
Partnering with schools to identify children experiencing bed poverty, Zarach connects families with community support services, delivering bed bundles to children across West Yorkshire, the Tees Valley, Liverpool, and Stockport.
David says: “Running the London Marathon is a huge personal challenge, but it’s nothing compared to the challenges many children face every night without a safe place to sleep. Knowing the long-lasting difference a safe, comfortable bed can make to a child’s life, makes every mile worth it, and I am so proud to support the vital work Zarach is doing.
“We’ve been proud to support Zarach for several years now, and having recently increased our monthly mattress donations by 50%, we’re delighted to continue this longstanding partnership. The marathon is no exception, and I’ll be motivated by knowing that every mile directly helps children experiencing bed poverty get the safe, comfortable sleep they need to thrive.”
Amy Green, head of communications at Zarach, adds: “We’re so incredibly grateful to Harrison Spinks and their partnership. We’re delighted that David has chosen to take on such a huge challenge to raise awareness and funds for Zarach – children’s lives will be changed because of his efforts.”
Supporters can contribute to David’s London Marathon efforts here.
