Claire McVeigh fundraising for Northern Ireland Chest Heart and Stroke

This May I’ll be running the Belfast City Marathon again for Northern Ireland Chest, Heart and Stroke in memory of my wonderful Mum - a charity extremely close to my heart. Having previously ran the Belfast 2023 marathon for NICHS, having the opportunity to do so again is truly an honour and a privilege ❤️ As many know, back in July 2019, our lives changed forever when we lost our beautiful Mum. An unexpected and sudden loss that none of us were prepared for. She was the kindest, most caring, and inspiring woman I’ve ever known. She truly impacted the lives of so many & was deemed a ‘Netball Mummy’ to everyone. Her presence is still so missed and by so many who had the privilege of knowing her. She truly was a force to be reckoned with! Her near 50+ years legacy continues to live on through her netball club ‘Westside’ with an amazing bunch of ladies who are still keeping it going. Life is certainly a lot dimmer without her here, we all miss her so much 🤍 All donations, no matter how small or big are welcome. Thank you for the support! This one’s for you Mama🤍 Thank you all x

About Northern Ireland Chest Heart and Stroke

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Northern Ireland Chest Heart and Stroke’s (NICHS) vision is a healthy Northern Ireland free from chest, heart, and stroke illnesses. Established in 1946, we work with people of all ages across the country, delivering vital care and prevention services, supporting ground-breaking research and campaigning for change. Today, as many as 470,000 people in Northern Ireland are living with a chest, heart or stroke condition and we are committed to supporting them. With almost 90% of our income coming exclusively from public donations we need your help to continue to help thousands of local people and their families rebuild their lives.

About Phoenix Energy Belfast City Marathon 2026 Fundraising Campaign

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Phoenix Energy Belfast City Marathon – Be part of something bigger than the finish line.
Each year, thousands come together at the Belfast City Marathon to run and relay with one shared mission: to help make a difference. Whether you're taking on the full 26.2 miles, a relay leg or supporting from the sidelines, every step fuels a cause that matters.
This is your chance to champion the charity closest to your heart—local or national, big or small. From life-saving research and community outreach to mental health, education, and beyond, your fundraising helps change lives!
Together, let’s go the distance—for hope, for impact, and for every cause that deserves to be heard.
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