This year, we four sisters and our families are taking on Endure24 Leeds, a 24-hour relay race, to raise vital funds for Sunshine & Smiles Leeds Down Syndrome Network, a charity that has become incredibly close to our hearts.
Over the past 16 months, Sunshine & Smiles has supported our family in ways we could never have imagined or adequately thanked them for, when Alba surprised us all on her arrival, with Down Syndrome. They have walked beside us through challenges, celebrated milestones with us, and provided a community where we’ve felt understood, uplifted, and never alone.
Their compassion, expertise, and genuine care have made a profound difference to our lives. And as we look to the future, we hope they can continue to be there—not just for our family, but for so many others across Leeds who need that same support, connection, and kindness.
That’s why we’re pushing ourselves at Endure24. Every mile we run (or walk!) over 24 hours is for the incredible people at Sunshine & Smiles and the families they help every single day.
If you’re able to donate, no matter the amount, you’ll be helping to ensure this wonderful charity can continue offering:
Specialist support and groups
Activities and opportunities for children and adults
Guidance for families navigating new and challenging experiences
A warm, welcoming community full of understanding and hope
Paid employment opportunities at 21Co and Hollybush Cafes
Your support truly means everything to us and to so many others.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
💙💛
Sat 04 Jul 2026
Endure24 Leeds from 4 to 5 July 2026 is Norths biggest 24-Hour trail race based at Bramham Park, Leeds. Entrants have 24 hours to complete as many laps of a stunning 8km trail course as they can.
£40
will pay for an interpreter for families who would not otherwise be able to access our support
£250
will buy all the fruit and milk for all our group sessions for a year
£2600
pay for 175 hours of individual family support for a year
£40
will pay for an interpreter for families who would not otherwise be able to access our support
£250
will buy all the fruit and milk for all our group sessions for a year
£2600
pay for 175 hours of individual family support for a year
This year, we four sisters and our families are taking on Endure24 Leeds, a 24-hour relay race, to raise vital funds for Sunshine & Smiles Leeds Down Syndrome Network, a charity that has become incredibly close to our hearts.
Over the past 16 months, Sunshine & Smiles has supported our family in ways we could never have imagined or adequately thanked them for, when Alba surprised us all on her arrival, with Down Syndrome. They have walked beside us through challenges, celebrated milestones with us, and provided a community where we’ve felt understood, uplifted, and never alone.
Their compassion, expertise, and genuine care have made a profound difference to our lives. And as we look to the future, we hope they can continue to be there—not just for our family, but for so many others across Leeds who need that same support, connection, and kindness.
That’s why we’re pushing ourselves at Endure24. Every mile we run (or walk!) over 24 hours is for the incredible people at Sunshine & Smiles and the families they help every single day.
If you’re able to donate, no matter the amount, you’ll be helping to ensure this wonderful charity can continue offering:
Specialist support and groups
Activities and opportunities for children and adults
Guidance for families navigating new and challenging experiences
A warm, welcoming community full of understanding and hope
Paid employment opportunities at 21Co and Hollybush Cafes
Your support truly means everything to us and to so many others.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
💙💛
