Hywel Dda Health Charities Raise Over £30k through LCW Partnership

Hywel Dda Health Charities Renews Vital Partnership with Wales Half Marathon 2025

Long Course Weekend is proud to announce the renewal of its partnership with Hywel Dda Health Charities for the Wales Half Marathon 2025. This exciting collaboration continues the strong relationship between the charity and one of the nation’s most prestigious running events.

The Wales Half Marathon, renowned for its scenic route and challenging course, will take place on 29^th June 2025, attracting thousands of runners from across the globe. Hywel Dda Health Charities which raises funds to support the health and wellbeing of patients, staff, and communities within the Hywel Dda University Health Board area, will be the official charity partner of the event for the fourth consecutive year.

Empowering Local Communities Through Fundraising

As the official charity of Hywel Dda University Health Board, Hywel Dda Health Charities will once again be encouraging participants to raise funds for local NHS services. For the past four years, funds raised at the event have helped the charity provide items and activities which are above and beyond core NHS expenditure such as enhanced hospital facilities, advanced medical equipment, and patient wellbeing initiatives.

Tara Nickerson, Fundraising Manager of Hywel Dda Health Charities, said:

“We’re very excited to be working in partnership with Activity Wales Events in 2025. We are offering our supporters exclusive opportunities to take part in events across the whole of the Long Course Weekend Wales. Our limited number of free spaces are offered on a first come, first served basis, so if you’re interested, please get in touch!”

Supporting Runners and NHS Heroes Alike

In addition to fundraising, Hywel Dda Health Charities will once again provide exclusive support for entrants taking part on behalf of the charity. This includes comprehensive fundraising and promotion support, and a charity pack including a branded T shirt, water bottle and medal.

The renewal of this partnership also celebrates the collective effort of NHS staff and the local community. With many NHS employees expected to take part in the race, the event will highlight the resilience and dedication of healthcare workers, while also promoting a healthy and active lifestyle for all.

Oliver Duckett, Global Relations Manager at LCW added:

"We are delighted to continue our relationship with Hywel Dda Health Charities. The enthusiasm and dedication of their team, runners, and fundraisers adds incredible value to our event. Over the past four years over £30,000 has been raised by athletes attending LCW Wales. I look forward to working with Tara and her amazing team to further enhance these opportunities into 2025 and beyond.”

Get Involved

Whether you’re an experienced runner or taking on your first half marathon, Hywel Dda Health Charities invites everyone to lace up their trainers and join the challenge. Registration for the Wales Half Marathon is open now, and those interested in fundraising for Hywel Dda Health Charities can sign up through the charity’s website.

About Hywel Dda Health Charities

Hywel Dda Health Charities is the official charity of Hywel Dda University Health Board. It exists to make a positive difference to the lives of NHS patients and staff in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, and Pembrokeshire by funding projects that go above and beyond what the NHS can provide.

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