Runners and walkers are being encouraged to help boost the funds of a charity set up in memory of Eilidh MacLeod, who died in the Manchester arena terror attack.
With almost all of the 2020 fundraising succumbing to the pandemic restrictions, a virtual run is being organised this weekend in aid of Eilidh's Trust.
The trust was established in memory of Eilidh, from the Isle of Barra, who died along with 21 others in the attack in May 2017.
The charity helps fund music education for young people reflecting Eilidh's talent and participation in the Sgoil Lionacleit Pipe Band. It will also manage and maintain a permanent memorial to Eilidh and a garden of remembrance on Barra.
Runners and walkers are being encouraged to take part in a 5k, 10k, half marathon or full marathon challenge and make a donation to the Trust.
Suzanne White, founder of Eilidh’s Trust said: “We had enthusiastic teams ready and raring to go for events such as the Isle of Barra Barrathon, the Great Manchester Run and the Edinburgh Marathon Festival.
"However, the pandemic meant all these events were postponed until 2021.
"Despite that, we were keen to do something this year so that all the training and amazing preparation doesn’t go to waste.
“If you’re out running or walking this weekend, do it for #TeamEilidh and support our work in continuing Eilidh’s musical ambitions by investing in the music education of other young musicians in her name."
Donations can be made via Eilidh's Trust's JustGiving page
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