An ambitious runner from Linslade is determined to achieve his largest fundraising total to date when he takes part in the London Marathon in aid of visually impaired children.
An ambitious runner from Linslade is determined to achieve his largest fundraising total to date when he takes part in the London Marathon in aid of visually impaired children.
Carmelo Bonaccolta, 50, of Wing Road, who is about to embark on his seventh London Marathon, said: “I started jogging in the late 90s as a means of getting fitter, but never imagined at the time that I would get the opportunity of participating in the London Marathon.”
After catching the ‘running bug’ Carmelo has run the marathon ever since 2008, training for half a year and running five times a week to make sure he is in tip top condition. Carmelo has previously totalled donations of £1,800, but is aiming to raise even more this year for VICTA, a MK charity that provides support to visually impaired children and their families.
“I thought it would be good to try to help a charity based close to home , whose profile may not be as prominent as some of the larger charitable organisations, but their work is of equal merit.”
VICTA is looking for more fundraisers.
Visit www.victa.org.uk or to donate to Carmelo, visit http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/MELBONACCOLTA