Fundraiser Sue, from Ashton-under-Lyne, recently took part in the 2.6 challenge to raise money for our Emergency Food Bank Appeal.

If you haven’t already heard, the 2.6 challenge is a new, nationwide fundraising activity which came about due to the cancellation of the London Marathon. Instead of running 26 miles, people are supporting their favourite charities by doing an activity relating to the number 26.

Sue, who has been vegetarian for 36 years, raised an amazing £214 by aiming to walk 2.6 miles, 2.6 times! She actually walked further, doing over 7 miles. The walk took her through New Mills countryside, along a canal, by a river and into the hills of Derbyshire.

We spoke to Sue about why she wanted to take part in the challenge…

The Vegetarian Society: Why did you want to get involved with the 2.6 challenge?

Sue:  I learnt about the 2.6 challenge from your website. I try to go walking every day to keep my mental health ok, so I thought it would be a good idea to walk for a great cause and feel part of something bigger. Although I have been living with my daughter, her partner and my gorgeous grandson, I often feel lonely and cut off, like everyone else.  I wanted to feel part of a collective effort even for just a few hours.

The Vegetarian Society: Why did you want to support the Vegetarian Society and the food box appeal in particular?

Sue: I wanted to support the food box project because there are so many people who have few or no resources in normal times, but in these times, many people are desperate and hungry.  I wanted to help in a small way, not only with raising money but also spreading the word about the great work you are doing.

The Vegetarian Society: Thank you so much for fundraising for the Vegetarian Society, Sue!

Sue: I want to thank the Vegetarian Society for the food box project and giving me the opportunity to do my bit!