In support of my dad in his mental-health battle

Hi, my name is Olga and I am fundraising to support - and show solidarity to - my dad's mental health battle.

On the 8th September, I will be running my first half marathon as part of the Scotland Strathclyde run.

The 8th of September happens to be my dad's birthday, too.

Those who know Jan also know that he lives to support other people. Today, he needs to know that other people live to support him, too. He has been battling with mental health disorder(s), which devastated his day to day life.

The goal of the fundraiser is to show support and solidarity in his suffering. More than the final amount raised, I hope to show him a crowd of people who physically or in spirit are with him in the trenches. So, more than a number raised, it would be my (and his) biggest joy to see your name as a token of your support in his battle.

The final amount raised will be divided 50/50 between Mind (https://www.mind.org.uk/) and in support of my dad (including funding a trip to Vienna with a celebratory 'Sachertorte' for his birthday, which has been his lifelong dream).

A massive thank you to all who know my dad, and a massive thank you to all that have not had the chance to meet him. He has been a true hero in this battle.

Let's make waves and stir the conversation around the health of our minds.

Lots of love and God bless,

Olga