Jenny Griffin fundraising for Focus Ireland in Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2025

Hey all, So Im looking for any donations, nothings too small and I'm going to keep everyone updated on my training and flood your feeds and stories with all my lovely stats, lol... I've gone from 5km to 12km to 16km then 21km, I love/hate running, I'm a realistic runner I'm not fast, I'll be keeping this page updated with training... maybe following my journey on my Instagram will be entertaining or painful... only way to know is to follow 😁 Thanks in advance and send prayers too, I think i need them cos I clearly lost the plot 🀣🀣 As some may or may not know, I'm in emergency accommodation and I've decided to take part in the Dublin marathon to raise funds for Focus Ireland. I am grateful to be in a safe place and I would love the opportunity to show my appreciation to the causes I have access to, thankfully I'm in a better position than a lot of homeless people and for that reason I want to give back to less fortunate without being passive aggressive in my approach! Thank you for visiting πŸ’• Thank you for visiting my fundraising page. Your support is really appreciated. If you can help me to promote this page, I would greatly appreciate it. You can share my page on any social media using the social sharing sections. Thanks again!

Owner messages:

Good afternoon everyone!! T-7 days!! Am I scared yes, questioning if ive trained enough, am I gonna be ok doing it and thinking of my kids and all the kids in the same position of homelessness so not only will I do, it they will be right along side me as I cross that line!! This day next week it will be completed and I cant wait to say, I RAN A MARATHON!! LET'S GOOOOOOO!!!!

published by Jenny Griffin on 19/10/2025 14:52

I recieved my fundraising/sponsorship and training pack today, feeling somewhat nervous!! Looking forward to updating as proper training begins ✌🏻 Ah lads, I'm actually training for a marathon 🀣 eeeek πŸ’© myself

published by Jenny Griffin on 14/05/2025 19:13

Training Updates:

Date:
07-09-2025
Distance:
30.00 KM
Time:
03:57
Today was my longest run to date!! Absolute torture!! One thing for sure, fuel better, prepare better... it proved im marathon ready!! Roll on October 🫢🏼
Date:
31-08-2025
Distance:
27.00 KM
Time:
03:30
Today we decided as part if training we'd run to Bray from Ballyfermot, with 7 of us it was getting smashed!! It was so tough, inclines, wind and red lights!!
Date:
10-08-2025
Distance:
22.02 KM
Time:
02:44
Tough run, joined by friends, nearly gave up at 19.5km and so happy I didn't, my body is amazing doing these distances but the right socks make a massive difference!!
Date:
22-06-2025
Distance:
13.50 KM
Time:
01:38
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The 8km that turned into 13.5km! Aimed for 8, was pushing for 10, got lost in the park 🀣🀣 so added 3.5 on, only me!! 🀣🀣🀣🀣
Date:
01-06-2025
Distance:
10.00 KM
Time:
01:04
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VHIMM... Beautiful day for all the ladies... all the kms will be contributing to training for October πŸ’•πŸ«ΆπŸΌ sunny weather helps the mood and runs 😊 and being dressed as a fairy put a pep in my step
Date:
28-05-2025
Distance:
10.00 KM
Time:
01:20
Well I ate too close to running, cramped so bad but still got my 10k done... every km is towards my marathon goal πŸ’ͺ🏻🫢🏼
Date:
27-05-2025
Distance:
5.00 KM
Time:
00:29
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Finally got the evidence of my sub 30 for 5k 🫢🏼 training in full swing... proud of myself!!
Date:
22-05-2025
Distance:
6.00 KM
Time:
00:51
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Haven't ran sundays half marathon... oh did i mention i done a (spontaneous) half marathon?! Lol Was meant to be a walk then my body warmed up and decided to run... All contributing to my @dublinmarathon training in October for @focusireland ✌🏻
Date:
18-05-2025
Distance:
21.10 KM
Time:
02:41
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Last min decision to enter the Fastlane half marathon, not to be recommended but I have the training that needs to be involved in long runs achieved, temps of 18Β° and swollen feet the raw emotion at the end can't be matched, it was horrible but loved
Date:
17-05-2025
Distance:
5.00 KM
Time:
00:32
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Today's run in the biofreeze 5k in phoenix park ... lovely weather for some running

About Focus Ireland

Focus Ireland works to provide housing and homeless services to young people, adults, children and families who are homeless or are vulnerable to homelessness. The organisation works to make its vision– Everyone has a right to a place they can call home– a reality for thousands of people every year. www.focusireland.ie events@focusireland.ie Focus Ireland Registered charity number CHY7220

About Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2025 Fundraising Campaign

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Join thousands of runners this October for the Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2025 and make every mile count. Whether you're chasing a personal best or tackling your first 26.2, this is your chance to support a cause close to your heart. By running and fundraising, you’ll help transform lives β€” one step at a time. Lace up, sign up, and let your marathon journey mean more. Because together, we go further.
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