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Shane Birt

Run for Autism 2026

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53
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My target 50 kms

My Story

This October, I'll be taking on a challenge of running 50 kilometres to raise money for Autism Initiatives and those who know me know running isnt my strongest attribute!! 

But this isn't just about running. It's about my son, Bobby.

Bobby is four years old and, although he hasn't yet received a formal diagnosis, he has additional educational needs and is showing many signs associated with autism. As parents, we're navigating appointments, assessments, uncertainty and the day-to-day challenges that many families in our position know all too well.
Like every parent, all I want is for my son to be happy, supported and given every opportunity to thrive. Every child deserves to be understood, accepted and celebrated for who they are.

Watching Bobby grow has taught me so much. He's funny, loving, determined and sees the world in his own unique way. While our journey hasn't always been easy, it's made me realise just how important organisations like Autism Initiatives are. They provide support, guidance and hope to families who often feel overwhelmed and unsure of what comes next.

That's why I've decided to challenge myself to run 50km this October.
There will be moments when it hurts. There will be times I'll want to stop. But whenever that happens, I'll think of Bobby and the determination he shows every single day. If he can face his challenges with courage, then I can keep putting one foot in front of the other.
Every donation, no matter how big or small, will help Autism Initiatives continue supporting autistic people and their families. Your generosity will make a real difference to families walking a similar path to ours.

If you're able to donate, share this page, or simply cheer me on throughout October, I would be incredibly grateful.
Thank you for supporting me, supporting Bobby, and supporting a cause that means so much to our family.

I'm running for.....

Run for Autism is a fundraising challenge run by Autism Initiatives Group. Autism Initiatives Group is working towards a world where every autistic person has the support they need to thrive, every opportunity to fulfil their potential and a supportive, inclusive community to live in.

I'll be running 40Km in October to raise money for this fantastic charity!

Please sponsor me, any donation big or small is greatly appreciated 😊

Please donate below and help me reach my goal

Raised

£1,066 + £108.78 GiftAid

My Goal

£750

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£12
Helps address the sensory needs of autistic children.
£16
Helps autistic adults develop their skills
£22
Helps autistic young people make friends and overcome loneliness
£27
Helps us provide families with the support that they need

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Thank you to my Sponsors

£259.88

Edmundson Electrical Leicester

Good work Shane. Bobby is lucky to have his Dad fight for his cause like you do. Well done.

£80.75

Sean Mabbett

Well done Shane love to the family mate

£33.83

Wendy

Good on you shane proud of you 👏

£33.83

Kel Birt

Absolutely love this Shane. 🤍 Big Love, Me & Lil xxxxx

£28.44

Keith Nesbitt

Well done mate!

£25.62

Daniel Batson

Good luck mate, and for a great cause

£25.62

John Bridges

£25.62

Lfc.conor

£25.09

Jay Taylor

You will smash it. Jay and Jordan!

£25

Mitch Birt

Well done bro keep going !!

£25

Ganzy

Congrats on smashing it Birty. Well done mate!

£23.45

Daniel Fallon

Well done mate!

£23.45

Griff

£23.45

Ganzy

G’won Birty! All the best pal, good luck!

£23.45

Sue Palmer

Well Done Shane!

£23.45

Dan Howley

Good luck mate. 100k some distance 😉

£23.45

Jim Rawlings

Go for it raider!

£23.45

Tony Kelleher

Good Luck Shane 👏

£23.45

Thomas Friend

Let's smash it Birty! What a fantastic cause, sending you all the love and support from the Friendzy Family 🫶

£23.45

Luke C

Keep smashing it mate!!

£22

Chris Houston

Good luck mate and thank you for partaking in such a great initiative, hope it goes well!

£20

Emma Curtis

Proud of you shane ❤️

£20

Scott Hunt

Well done pal

£20

Wall2wall Painters And Decorators

Gowan lad..well done

£19.08

Peter Wolfe

£17.89

Will (utdvyd)

Love this mate, do us proud! - utdvyd

£17.89

Dave Halverson

Good luck shane 👍

£14.63

Aaron Coley

£14.63

Connor Taylor

£12.25

Ryan Friend

Best of luck lad from all the FRIENDZY lads. UPPA Birty 🤝

£12

Connall Keaney

Well done mate keep it up!

£12

Chris Bramman

best of luck mate, a great cause.

£12

James (avfc Jimbo)

Go smash it bro

£10

Ash Lupson

Congratulations on finishing the 50k

£10

Anonymous

£10

Darren Adam

Go and smash it mate!

£10

Daisie

£6.56

The Harrington’s

£5

Ashley Lupson

Good luck on the run

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