Lasco’s Shannon Bailey Race for Life: Running for a cause

Shannon Bailey, Marketing Executive at Lasco Marketing, discusses taking on the upcoming Race for Life in July.

“My family, also known as “The Family Team”, will be taking on the 10k race, the 5k race, and the 5k muddy run on the 19^{th of} July as part of Race for Life.

“I will personally be running the 10k bright and early, followed (slightly more reluctantly!) by the 5k muddy run. I will be joined by many members of my family who are all getting involved across different races: running, walking, and, I imagine, swimming through mud!

“We’re doing this to raise as much as possible for Cancer Research UK and to help raise awareness of the impact cancer continues to have on so many families. As I’m sure it is for many, this is a cause that is incredibly close to my heart.

“My amazing nan is a survivor, and my grandad is currently fighting. For as long as I can remember, my family have walked across that finish line head to toe in pink. It’s something that has always stuck with me and is an event that brings my family together every year to remember how important this cause is.

“Taking part this year as a family this year feels especially meaningful. It’s about more than fundraising; it’s about continuing a tradition that my nan and her sisters have kept going for over two decades.

“Training is well underway (with a few muddy park runs already in the bag!), and while it will definitely be a challenge, it’s one I am very proud to take on side by side with my family.

“If you’re able to support, no matter how small, that would mean a lot. Every donation helps fund vital research and moves us one step closer to better treatments, earlier detections, and improved outcomes for those affected by cancer.

“Thank you so much for your support.”

Please follow the link below to donate to the Family Team: https://fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/team/family-team-1396