Hi all, My name is Matthew and this year, I’m running the Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2026 — for something bigger than myself- The Irish Kidney Association. I want to make a difference by fundraising for an organisation that I feel strongly about, I was born with one kidney, something that has always been part of my life, even if it hasn’t always been visible. Its shaped how I think about health, resilience, and not taking the simple things for granted, it's given me a deep appreciation for the strength and fight that people with illnesses display on a daily basis and now I want to give back to an organisation that helps people when they are at their lowest points, along with knowing that maybe one day I could need such help. Your support — whether it’s a donation, a share, or simply cheering me on — means more than words can say. Every gesture helps. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.