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As David Harris heads to London for the Marathon this Sunday, he carries with him more than just months of training, he carries the motivation, resilience, and spirit of our students around the world. It's their determination that has fueled the early mornings, the long runs, and the commitment to go the distance. To everyone who has supported this journey, thank you! Your contribution is helping unlock access to education, care, and opportunity for children globally. Next stop: the start line. See you there! You can still support the run Learn More: https://lnkd.in/gRRKHK8A #RunningForChristelHouse #LondonMarathon2026 #EveryStepMatters

Passing the baton, from one Christel House marathon champion to the next. For many years, Lord Anthony St John has gone the distance for Christel House; including running the London Marathon to help fuel life‑changing opportunity for children. Today, from our Christel House South Africa campus in Cape Town, he's sending David Harris his support as David takes on this year's London Marathon challenge. We're deeply grateful for Lord Anthony's years of leadership and advocacy and proud to see that legacy continue, one mile at a time. Support the run. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/gRRKHK8A #RunningForChristelHouse #LondonMarathon2026 #EveryStepMatters Francois Louw | Elizabeth Taylor | Diana Aitchison | Anthony St John | Paul Baker | Justine Gevisser | Dr Charles Niehaus | Tarun Ghulati | Adrian Santos | Laura Ferguson | Nina Amin, ACA, MBE | Carlos P. Perez-Zabala | Caron Chung

David Harris joins a strong tradition! For several years, Christel House Europe Board member, Lord Anthony St John and his son Alexander St John have carried the torch on behalf of students. Now David is stepping in to continue that momentum, not chasing a time goal but focused on finishing strong and raising support that helps our students thrive. This marathon isn't just about race day, it's about what it makes possible for children across the Christel House network. Support the run. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/gRRKHK8A #RunningForChristelHouse #LondonMarathon2026 #EveryStepMatters Francois Louw | Elizabeth Taylor | Diana Aitchison | Anthony St John | Paul Baker | Justine Gevisser | Dr Charles Niehaus| Tarun Ghulati | Adrian Santos | Laura Ferguson | Nina Amin, ACA, MBE | Carlos P. Perez-Zabala | Caron Chung

When David wanted perspective, he went to an elite athlete. As he trains for the London Marathon, David Harris reached out to six‑time Grand Slam champion and two‑time Olympic medalist Rajeev Ram, a Christel House Global Ambassador, to ask a simple question: What advice do you give someone taking on a daunting challenge? Rajeev's answer: "Break it down, one step at a time. Focus on what you can do today and let the small goals build toward something bigger." That mindset applies far beyond sport, it's how transformation happens. Support the Journey. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/gRRKHK8A #RunningForChristelHouse #LondonMarathon2026 #EveryStepMatters

Training for a marathon means preparing for everything you can’t control. As our President and CEO, David Harris gets ready for the London Marathon, even the unpredictable London weather becomes part of the journey. Rain or shine, it’s all about showing up! That mindset is deeply familiar at Christel House. Our students face uncertainty every day, yet they keep moving forward with determination, resilience, and hope. David will run 26.2 miles in London for them, and for the futures they are working so hard to build. Support the run. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/gRRKHK8A #RunningForChristelHouse #LondonMarathon2026 #EveryStepMatters

David's best training session might have come from the best coaches possible, the students he's running for. During a run with Christel House students in Mexico, the energy was contagious: determination, joy, and the kind of belief that keeps you going when the miles get tough. That's what this London Marathon journey is about, not just finishing 26.2 miles, but helping more children get what they need to thrive in school and beyond. Because when students lead the way, the mission stays clear: every step can open a door. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/gRRKHK8A #RunningForChristelHouse #LondonMarathon2026 #EveryStepMatters Francois Louw | Elizabeth Taylor | Diana Aitchison | Anthony St John | Paul Baker | Justine Gevisser | Dr Charles Niehaus | Tarun Ghulati | Adrian Santos | Laura Ferguson | Nina Amin, ACA, MBE | Carlos P. Perez-Zabala | Caron Chung