Staff at the popular Running Bear shop in Nantwich are urging fellow runners to join a major fundraising effort in aid of a dad battling cancer.
The “Run4Will” event will take place at the store on Oatmarket to help Will Tucker who was diagnosed with stage 3 rectal cancer last September.
Those taking part just have to donate a minimum of £10 (or more if you can) and also enjoy a free coffee, cake and a goodie bag after the run on Sunday September 14.
“Let’s come together and raise as much as we can for such an important member of our running community,” said Running Bear staff.
Local runner Ben Grocott set up the gofundme page when he heard about his friend Will’s diagnosis.
He said: “Will is a devoted dad and husband to his beautiful six-year-old daughter and wife Ella, the heart and soul of his world.
“Will is one of the nicest guys you could ever wish to meet. I met him first as one of my customers and since then we have always stayed in touch.
“Cancer changed everything in an instant. Since his diagnosis, Will has faced chemotherapy and radiotherapy, and he received the extremely difficult news that the cancer has spread to his liver and lungs.
“He is fighting with unbelievable courage and determination to be here for his daughter and family.
“His courage and determination to beat this terrible disease is both remarkable and overwhelming.
“He is always upbeat and is a true fighter which is why I believe that he can overcome this illness with the right treatment.
“There are further treatments available that could give him the very best chance of a recovery—advanced metabolic therapies, intravenous Vitamin C infusions, specialised supplements, and potentially targeted therapies that go beyond what the NHS can currently offer.
“These therapies could make all the difference, but they come at a significant cost.
“I’ve set up this fundraiser because Will deserves every possible opportunity to grow old with Ella and to watch his little girl grow up, to walk her to school, to be there for birthdays, milestones, and all the precious moments yet to come.”
So far, the effort has raised almost £22,000 which was the initial target.
You can apply to take part by visiting Running Bear’s Facebook Page here where you can reserve a free Eventbrite ticket and donate £10 or more to the gofundme page.
The event starts at 8.30am on September 14th with runners running four miles each.
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