News Release, 15 August 2007
On 30 September, Andrew McCulloch, Chief Executive of the Mental Health Foundation, will join 25 other runners in the BUPA Great North Run to raise money for the charity. Andrew, who in the past five years has managed the expansion and increased impact of the organisation, said:
“Taking on the renovation and development of the Foundation was a challenge, but the Great North Run feels much more daunting. I decided to take part for a number of reasons. I want to do it for the 50 people with whom I work, and to be a good role model to my two young children."
“Some of the staff in the office actually thought I was joking when I told them about my intention to do the 13 mile run – just goes to show that I’ve never done anything like this before! My father ran for the army and I’m hoping that I’ve inherited his good running legs. My training is going well but I am having a few pains in my shins.”
Andrew has worked in the voluntary sector for over ten years. He was formerly a senior civil servant in the Department of Health for 16 years responsible for mental health and learning disabilities policy from 1992 to 1996.
Fin out more about how to help Andrew reach his £2,500 target or to read his weekly blog.
The Mental Health Foundation aims to raise £1/4 million every year through its challenge events. To find out more visit challenge events or telephone 020 7803 1100.
Notes to editors:
For further information or to interview Andrew McCulloch, please contact Simon Loveland on 020 7803 1130 or email sloveland@mhf.org.uk.
Images of Andrew are available upon request.
The Mental Health Foundation uses research and practical projects to help people survive, recover from and prevent mental health problems. We work to influence policy, including government at the highest levels. And we use our knowledge to raise awareness and to help tackle the stigma attached to mental illness. We reach millions of people every year through our media work, information booklets and online services.
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