Iris

Image: Iris, who is running the Edinburgh Half Marathon at the Edinburgh Marathon Festival on the 24th of May in support of Art in Healthcare.

Fundraising page link: https://www.justgiving.com/page/donatetosupportartinhealthcare?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

Fundraising motivation

Iris: “I chose to fundraise for Art in Healthcare because this cause resonates deeply with me. As an artist, art has been a source of joy in my life since childhood, and during moments when I’ve felt low, being creative has helped me feel more grounded and uplifted. This is why I strongly believe creativity and mental wellbeing are closely connected.

Through my experience running art workshops and working as an art tutor, I’ve also seen the positive effect art can have on others. Even among people who weren’t experiencing anxiety or distress, creative activities often brought happiness, focus, and a sense of calm. Witnessing this has made me even more aware of how meaningful art can be during moments of discomfort or vulnerability.

Living and working in Edinburgh, I’m proud to support an organisation that brings art into healthcare spaces. I’m running this half marathon in the hope of contributing, in a small way, to the important work they do. If you’re able to donate, you’d be supporting my run as well as a cause that brings comfort, creativity, and care into places where people may need it most.”