Meet Our Incredible Great North Run Team!
We are so proud to introduce some of our amazing runners taking part in the 2025 AJ Bell Great North Run in support of the Charlotte Straker Project. Each of these individuals is running for a reason close to their heart, whether to give back, honour a loved one, or support the vital work we do every day.
Read their stories below and please consider supporting their fundraising efforts. Every donation will help us continue providing high-quality residential, nursing and respite care to those who need it most.
Kadene
Local Hair Stylist at Hair by Kadene, Corbridge, running the Great North Run for the first time!
Kadene is a well-known local hair stylist who regularly visits Charlotte Straker House for hair appointments with some residents. After getting to know our home through these visits, Kadene felt inspired to take on the Great North Run and raise funds for the charity.
“Spending time with the residents really opened my eyes to how special the Charlotte Straker Project is. Running is my way of giving back.”
Kadene is training hard and determined to complete the 13.1 mile challenge. Let’s help her smash her fundraising goal!
Support Kadene: https://ajbellgreatnorthrun2025.enthuse.com/pf/kadene-irwin
Zoe
Running in memory of her beloved grandad, Jim Tait
Zoe’s reason for running is deeply personal. She is taking on the Great North Run in memory of her grandad, Jim Tait, who was cared for at Charlotte Straker House before sadly passing away in October 2024.
“I am running in memory of my grandad, Jim Tait. He was cared for by the staff at Charlotte Straker House, and I want to give something back to say thank you. Supporting the home means more families like ours can continue to receive the same care and support.”
We are incredibly honoured by Zoe’s tribute and are cheering her on every step of the way.
Support Zoe: https://www.justgiving.com/page/zoe-stephenson-4
Eve
Administration Assistant at Charlotte Straker House
Eve works as part of the admin team at Charlotte Straker House and sees first-hand the difference our care makes every day. She’s going the extra mile this September to take on the Great North Run and raise money for the residents she supports through her work.
“Being part of the Charlotte Straker team is so rewarding, and now I want to do even more to help. This run is a great way to achieve something special while also supporting the charity.”
We’re thrilled to have Eve representing our staff on the route this year!
Support Eve: https://ajbellgreatnorthrun2025.enthuse.com/pf/eve-mitchell
These inspiring individuals are giving their time and energy to support our charity and you can help make every step count. Please consider sponsoring a runner, sharing their story, or simply cheering them on as they prepare for race day.
We also have two more brilliant runners on the team – we’ll be sharing their stories soon!
Thank you for supporting the Charlotte Straker Project!
