Marco Firman, night manager at Sainsbury’s in Tofts Walk, Braintree, is running the London Marathon in April for Braintree Mencap and Farleigh Hospice.
One generous sponsor has already promised £100 to each charity.
Sponsor money can be handed in at the store or Mencap’s office at Charles Leeks House in Coggeshall Road, Braintree.
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