Glasgow dad to run seven marathons in seven days for charity

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 22 Oct, 13:51 · Archive

A Glasgow father will run seven marathons in seven days from November 2 to raise funds for The Children's Society.

Robbie McKenzie, a Glasgow father of two, will attempt to run seven marathons in seven days starting on Monday, November 2, to raise funds for The Children's Society. The charity supports young people affected by violence, trauma and poor mental health. McKenzie has already raised £1,167 towards his goal, including money from completing the Amsterdam Marathon on Sunday in two hours and 59 minutes.

McKenzie said that becoming a father changed his outlook on life and made him more aware of challenges facing young people. He previously worked with young offenders in a secure unit, an experience that shaped his understanding of vulnerable children. He chose The Children's Society because it 'immediately stood out to me' and 'really connected with me on a personal level'.

How it is being reported

• Glasgow dad to run seven marathons in seven days in aid of vulnerable children"Ever since becoming a dad, my entire outlook on life has changed. Not just in terms of my own children, but other children too."Glasgow Live · 22 Oct, 16:50
• Meet the Glasgow dad set to run seven marathons in seven days for children's charityGlasgow dad Robbie McKenzie will run seven marathons in seven days from November 2, raising funds for The Children’s Society and vulnerable young people.Glasgow Times · 22 Oct, 11:24

In this story: Robbie McKenzie · The Children's Society · Glasgow · Amsterdam

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