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Run For A Roof

Funds Raised:
R 40 927
Fundraising Target:
R 250 000
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On the 28 of August 2022, I, Graham Wells will be running comrades marathon barefoot to raise funds for "Run For A Roof”, which is an initiative run by One Life Foundation.

My Comrades journey will start at 05.30am in Pietermaritzburg and finish at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban

Homelessness is a pandemic all over the world which affects so many people. It is a pandemic One Life Foundation is trying to solve through building a homeless shelter in Pietermaritzburg.

Having worked in social housing in the United Kingdom, homelessness is something that is very close to my heart, and I also appreciate that there is a significant need for provision in Pietermaritzburg. 

Whilst out training in the morning; freezing cold, I am always struck by the number of homeless in our city. As we complain about the weather getting colder, imagine what it must get like living on the street, in a park or on a field. These are normal people, like you and I, and for whatever reason, have found themselves in a difficult situation and, consequently, homeless.

We have an opportunity to make a change. 

Combining efforts with One Life Foundation, we have a real opportunity to make a difference to the homeless in our city. One Life Foundation already does amazing work through various projects, and I truly believe with our input and their drive and determination, we can really change the face of homelessness for years to come.  

I'm a firm believer that running medals don't mean anything unless you have made a difference for someone else. 

I would love for you to partner with us and support me, as I run the the Comrades Marathon, to help raise awareness and funds for this initiative. 

Many thanks and God bless.

IN THE NEWS

Donations

  • Aug 31, 2022 - R 200.00 Fees covered
  • "Pietermaritzburg needs a homeless shelter/homeless rehabilitation centre!!! Thank you for raising awareness!!" - Susan Risko
  • Aug 30, 2022 - R 1 020.00 Fees covered
  • "Graham, you are a special human…good luck." - Richard Thompson
  • Aug 28, 2022 - R 500.00 Fees covered
  • "Respect!! " - Desiree
  • Aug 26, 2022 - R 100.00 Fees covered
  • "Blessings upon your special run and the shelter project " - Anonymous
  • Aug 25, 2022 - R 5 000.00
  • "Good luck Graham! All here at Perez are cheering you on." - Perez Intermediary
  • Aug 24, 2022 - R 500.00 Fees covered
  • "WayToGoBareFootChampion" - Brian Grobbelaar
  • Aug 21, 2022 - R 50.00 Fees covered
  • "May our Lord lift you up and ease your bare feet as you pound the ground. " - Yahwah's Warrior
  • Jun 18, 2021 - R 300.00 Fees covered
  • "In gratitude" - The Howards
  • Jun 15, 2021 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
  • ""We find shelter under the shadow of his wings" " - Mammie
  • Jun 14, 2021 - R 500.00
  • "As if running 90km with shoes wasn't difficult enough. Best of luck and a great cause!" - Paul
  • Jun 14, 2021 - USD $ 25.00 Fees covered
  • "Well done Graham. Awesome achievement" - Gavin Hill
  • Jun 12, 2021 - R 500.00 Fees covered
  • "Well done " - Anonymous
  • Jun 11, 2021 - R 200.00 Fees covered
  • "GOOD LUCK BUDDY" - Verosha Naicker
  • Jun 10, 2021 - R 200.00
  • "Good luck " - Travis
  • Jun 10, 2021 - R 2 000.00
  • "Anonymous" - Snapscan
  • Jun 10, 2021 - R 200.00
  • "Anonymous" - Snapscan
  • Jun 10, 2021 - R 1 000.00
  • "Anonymous" - Snapscan
  • Jun 10, 2021 - USD $ 3.85 Fees covered
  • "Well Done!" - ryaniron
  • Jun 10, 2021 - R 500.00 Fees covered
  • "Thank you for doing this run "for the least of these". The Lord bless you." - Belinda Cavero
  • Jun 09, 2021 - R 350.00
  • ".." - Nida Jooste
  • Jun 09, 2021 - R 1 130.00 Fees covered
  • "Graham, you’re a Champion!" - Richard Thompson
  • Jun 09, 2021 - USD $ 15.63 Fees covered
  • "What a wonderful sacrifice. Nola & Taygan" - Nola can Rensburg
  • Jun 08, 2021 - R 200.00 Fees covered
  • "Every step of the way makes a difference … I salute you. Thank you" - Phillipa Lycett
  • Jun 08, 2021 - R 500.00 Fees covered
  • "All the very best Graham. You have an amazing heart for those less fortunate" - Glynn & Meg
  • Jun 08, 2021 - USD $ 15.63 Fees covered
  • "Wonderful cause. Good luck from Scotland X" - Sonia montgomery
  • Jun 08, 2021 - R 9 000.00
  • "Well done!" - Anonymous
  • Jun 07, 2021 - R 200.00
  • "Good Luck" - Lorraine Maybery
  • Jun 03, 2021 - R 2 500.00 Fees covered
  • "Cant wait to see this shelter go up for gods glory and to allevaite suffering" - N Taylor
  • Jun 01, 2021 - USD $ 72.85
  • "We're behind you, Graham. God bless. " - Caroline & Lloyd
  • Jun 01, 2021 - R 5 000.00 Fees covered
  • "God bless! " - David
  • Jun 01, 2021 - R 910.00 Fees covered
  • "Wishing this initiative God's favour. " - Anonymous
  • Jun 01, 2021 - R 2 500.00 Fees covered
  • "All the best, Graham! Great cause! " - Anonymous
  • May 27, 2021 - R 1 000.00
  • "Great cause, God bless " - Anon
  • May 26, 2021 - USD $ 76.22 Fees covered
  • "Good luck " - Ryan
  • May 22, 2021 - R 200.00 Fees covered
  • "Nice one Graham. Enjoy the run." - Bones
  • May 22, 2021 - USD $ 44.89 Fees covered
  • "Good luck Graham and a great cause" - Deborah Viljoen
  • May 21, 2021 - R 200.00
  • "Great cause! Good luck Graham." - Anonymous
  • May 21, 2021 - USD $ 7.56 Fees covered
  • "R100" - Anonymous
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Fundraising target

R 250 000.00

Donations to date

R 40 927.03
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One Life Foundation

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One Life Foundation is a registered NPO that is based in Pietermaritzburg and aims to help transform lives one at a time.