Every mile I run across Africa and Britain is powered by more than just determination and training. Behind every expedition—whether it's 4000 kilometres coast-to-coast across southern Africa or 1000 miles the length of Britain—there's a network of sponsors, supporters and believers who make it possible. Without their backing, these journeys simply wouldn't happen, and the schools and boys' hostel we're building in Malawi would remain unbuilt.
This page is my chance to say thank you. Thank you for the kit that keeps me moving through desert heat and mountain cold. Thank you for the nutrition that fuels 50-kilometre days. Thank you for the logistics support that turns ambitious routes into reality. And thank you for believing that running can change lives thousands of miles away.
Why Sponsorship Matters
Ultra-running expeditions at this scale aren't cheap. A multi-week journey across Africa requires flights, visas, accommodation, vehicle support, medical supplies, communications equipment, and contingency planning for everything from injury to extreme weather. The kit alone—shoes that can handle rocky trails and tarmac, clothing for temperature swings of 30 degrees in a single day, hydration systems, GPS devices—represents a significant investment.
But here's what matters most: every pound that comes in as sponsorship, rather than coming out of my own pocket, is a pound that can go directly to the cause. The schools in Malawi. The boys' hostel that gives vulnerable children a safe place to sleep and study. The educational futures we're building brick by brick, mile by mile.
Sponsorship also amplifies the message. When respected brands attach their names to these expeditions, more people pay attention. More people donate. More people understand that ultra-running isn't just about personal achievement—it's about harnessing endurance for something bigger than ourselves. Your logo on a race vest or expedition vehicle isn't advertising; it's a statement of shared values.
How You Can Support
Support comes in many forms, and every type matters. Some partners provide essential kit: running shoes engineered to survive thousands of kilometres, technical clothing that regulates body temperature, GPS watches that track every step of the journey. Others supply nutrition: the energy gels, electrolyte drinks and recovery supplements that keep me fuelled through back-to-back ultramarathon days.
Logistics support is equally vital. Vehicle hire for support crews following remote routes. Satellite communication devices for safety in areas without mobile coverage. Accommodation partnerships that provide rest stops along the route. Medical supplies and first-aid training. Even something as simple as water purification tablets can make the difference between completing a stage and cutting it short.
Then there's financial sponsorship—direct funding that covers expedition costs and, crucially, gets matched to charity donations. Some supporters cover specific elements: a week's accommodation, a flight, a vehicle hire. Others provide general expedition backing that gives us flexibility to respond to the unexpected challenges that always arise when you're running across countries.
And finally, there's amplification support: media partners who tell the story, social media backing that spreads the word, photography and video that document the journey and inspire others to donate.
What Supporters Receive
This isn't a transaction; it's a partnership. Supporters become part of the story—part of something genuinely meaningful. Your brand or name appears across expedition communications: on this website, across social media updates throughout the journey, in media coverage, and in post-expedition talks and presentations.
For product sponsors, I provide detailed feedback and real-world testing data—because there's no better proving ground than 4000 kilometres across Africa. You'll receive regular updates, photos and GPS tracking links during expeditions. And you'll have the satisfaction of knowing you've directly contributed to building educational infrastructure in one of the world's poorest countries.
Most importantly, you'll be associated with expeditions that demonstrate what's possible when endurance meets purpose. These aren't vanity projects; they're journeys with tangible outcomes. Schools built. Children educated. Futures changed.
Current and Past Supporters
Over the years, I've been fortunate to work with supporters who understand what these expeditions are really about. Technical outdoor brands who've seen their kit tested to destruction and come back for more. Nutrition companies whose products have literally kept me moving through the hardest days. Local businesses in Britain who've backed hometown endurance with quiet pride. And individual supporters—runners, adventurers, and people who've never run a mile but believe in the cause—who've contributed everything from a spare room for the night to substantial financial backing.
Every supporter, regardless of the scale of their contribution, gets thanked personally and publicly. Because this matters. You matter. The partnership between endurance sport and charitable purpose only works when we're honest about who makes it possible.
Get Involved
If you're interested in supporting future expeditions, I'd love to hear from you. Whether you're a brand with products that could support multi-week ultra-running expeditions, a business looking for meaningful partnership opportunities, or an individual who wants to back these journeys in any way, let's talk.
The next expedition is always in planning. The next schools are always waiting to be built. And there's always room for partners who understand that the real finish line isn't where the running ends—it's when a child in Malawi walks into a classroom that exists because someone believed in the power of endurance.
Thank you for considering support. Thank you to everyone who's already backed these expeditions. And thank you for understanding that every mile matters—not because of the distance covered, but because of the difference it makes.