Aoife Clarke is fundraising for Tinylife

Hi Everyone,

I'm Aoife, I will be taking on the challenge of running the 2025 London Marathon! But I’m not just running for myself; I’m running to support an incredible cause that’s so close to my heart -TinyLife, Northern Ireland’s only premature and vulnerable baby charity.

Premature birth is something my family knows all too well with three babies in our family admitted in to neonatal care just this year: Seeing their strength and resilience, along with the unwavering dedication of the neonatal nurses and sisters who cared for them and supported parents, has inspired me to take on this marathon.

TinyLife is there to provide vital support for families facing the challenges of premature birth, offering everything from practical help to emotional care. The charity’s work touches the lives of so many including my own family, providing hope and comfort when it’s needed most.

I believe that every child deserves the best start in life, no matter how early their journey begins. That’s why I’m lacing up my trainers and running 26.2 miles – to help TinyLife continue their amazing work and to raise much-needed funds for these brave little ones and their families.

In light of Premvember, I am asking everyone to please consider donating. Any contribution little or large can make a huge difference. 

By donating to my marathon fundraiser, you’ll be supporting TinyLife’s essential services, like neonatal care, family support, and research into premature births. Your contribution, no matter the size, will make a real difference.

Thank you to the incredible neonatal nurses and sisters who cared for Roni, Rose, Archie and Theo. Your work made a world of difference to my family and so many others.

Thank you all for helping me make this marathon count!