Vincent Lawson
5  year  Mo Bro
platinum club
Hosting an event

£3,824

Target: £5,000
raised £9,589 since 2020
My motivation
Fundraising for cause areas including:
Men's health
Testicular cancer
Mental health and suicide prevention

It’s that time of the year again! The hairy upper lip makes its return and the running trainers are out for a special cause, very close to my heart.

The last two years have been the hardest years of my life. I have had to deal with periods of extreme lows, suffering from severe depression and unbearable anxiety.

This was truly terrifying, I felt hopeless and like I was a burden to myself and those around me. At points I wanted to end it all as I didn't think I would ever see the light again.

But, I took action by talking and reaching out for support from family, friends, my GP and a therapist. It was so difficult to face, but this is what helped pull me out of the darkness.

This is why I am so passionate about sharing my experience and participating in Movember. If I can help others who may be experiencing similar thoughts and feelings, that is so, so, important to me.

Helping to raise essential funds that can be used to support other men that are struggling in a similar way is vital. The money we raise can help to save the live of a man you love.

So this month is dedicated to raising awareness around men’s health and breaking down the stigma that surrounds men’s mental health in particular.

The moustache is a symbol of support for us blokes who are going through it, normalising the fact it is ok to not be ok.

I will also be running for 60 minutes a day, every day, during November. This is to represent the 60 men we lose to suicide, every hour, of every day. A truly staggering statistic and one I'm striving to change.

It genuinely chokes me up reflecting on how far I have come. The person I was would be so proud of the person I am today.

So, please, use this a reminder if you are feeling that way.

Know that you are not alone, no matter how much it may feel like you are.

It’s ok to feel sad, anxious, confused, vulnerable, scared or hopeless. But do not bottle those feelings up and keep them to yourself. Do not be ashamed of how you feel. Speak up, don’t man up.

Please, talk.
People will understand.
People will care.
People will be able to help.

Nothing is ever permanent. Things do get better. You will get better.
If I can, you can too.

Last year you guys helped me raise over £3,000 and it would be amazing this year if we could try to top this!

Any donation, no matter the size, can help save the life of a man you love.

Thank you for reading.
Big love,
Chenz xxx

How I'm
getting involved
26.9 of 60 hours
running
26.9 hours
I'm running 60 minutes a day, every day, for the month of ovember. This is dedicated to the 60 men we lose to suicide, every hour, of every day. A truly staggering statistic.
10 November 2024
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36 minute(s) ago
Donation from:
ANDREW LAWSON
£50

Well done man, keep going.
Very proud of you!

36 minute(s) ago
Donation from:
ANDREW LAWSON
£50

Well done man, keep going.
Very proud of you!

3 hour(s) ago
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Alice Parker
£10

You’re an inspiration! Keep up the incredible work

3 hour(s) ago
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Alice Parker
£10

You’re an inspiration! Keep up the incredible work

11 hour(s) ago
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Janine Turner
£10

Amazing effort! Keep inspiring.

11 hour(s) ago
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Janine Turner
£10

Amazing effort! Keep inspiring.

14 hour(s) ago
I ran 11.8 km01:13:05

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1 day(s) ago
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Damien Marmion
£47
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Damien Marmion
£47
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Jon Collcutt
£50

Go Bro. You're doing a fantastic job, and your tash is looking fine

1 day(s) ago
Donation from:
Jon Collcutt
£50

Go Bro. You're doing a fantastic job, and your tash is looking fine

1 day(s) ago
I ran 11.44 km01:01:10

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2 day(s) ago
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Jude White
£20

Super imoressive x

2 day(s) ago
Donation from:
Jude White
£20

Super imoressive x

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Elsie Houghton
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Elsie Houghton
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ben francis
£32

Incredible effort mate. Well done

2 day(s) ago
Donation from:
ben francis
£32

Incredible effort mate. Well done

2 day(s) ago
Donation from:
Edward McAdam
£47

Amazing job mate. Keep smiling

2 day(s) ago
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Edward McAdam
£47

Amazing job mate. Keep smiling

2 day(s) ago
Donation from:
Biddy Marquis-Henninger
£25

Good job buddy! X

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Biddy Marquis-Henninger
£25

Good job buddy! X

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Kate Smith
£10

Well done Vince

4 day(s) ago
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Kate Smith
£10

Well done Vince

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4 day(s) ago
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an anonymous supporter
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4 day(s) ago

NEW TARGET!

Following the absolutely amazing generosity of everybody so far, I have made the decision to increase my fundraising target up to £5,000.

As this is a big jump from the original target of £3,500, I have set myself a challenge if I am to achieve this.

If I raise £5,000, I will run a marathon in December.

So if you want to see me deep in the pain cave, please keep the donations rolling in.

Love to you all!

Chenz x

4 day(s) ago

NEW TARGET!

Following the absolutely amazing generosity of everybody so far, I have made the decision to increase my fundraising target up to £5,000.

As this is a big jump from the original target of £3,500, I have set myself a challenge if I am to achieve this.

If I raise £5,000, I will run a marathon in December.

So if you want to see me deep in the pain cave, please keep the donations rolling in.

Love to you all!

Chenz x

4 day(s) ago
Donation from:
Trish Hynes
£15

I applaud your honesty & courage sharing your story as well as the amazing effort you are making to raise funds so that others can be helped.
You are a great ambassador & role model for young men struggling with their mental health & a powerful testament to the power of reaching out & finding help.

4 day(s) ago
Donation from:
Trish Hynes
£15

I applaud your honesty & courage sharing your story as well as the amazing effort you are making to raise funds so that others can be helped.
You are a great ambassador & role model for young men struggling with their mental health & a powerful testament to the power of reaching out & finding help.

4 day(s) ago
Donation from:
Jason Wallace
£10

A fabulous cause. Well done Vince and keep going! X

4 day(s) ago
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Emma Dodd
£47

An amazing cause and a brilliant effort, good luck!

5 day(s) ago
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an anonymous supporter
£21

Keep up the great work sir

5 day(s) ago
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Eden Farrow
£20

Proud of you for smashing the challenge so far. An incredible cause to spread awareness for, with an openness which is not only brave but admirable.

For all of those who felt they couldn’t.

Big love brother eurgh,
Eden x

5 day(s) ago
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Andy Scotland
£23

You’re an inspiration - you’ve got this!

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Previous year's posts
53 Week(s) Ago

Hey!

I wanted to say a huge thank you for the amazing amount you have raised so far – you’re a Mo Legend and you’ve secured your spot in our exclusive Platinum Club 2023!  
 
Thanks to you, more men can live healthier and longer lives. To read about some of the projects you’ve helped to fund go to movember.com/impact  
 
You’ll get an email in December with details of how to claim your Platinum Club rewards and, in the meantime, I hope you have a great rest of the month. 
 
United we Mo 
Stef, Mo HQ

56 Week(s) Ago

Hey!
 
Thank you for answering the call of the Mo, it’s great to have you back on board! Last year you hit the giddy heights of our Platinum Club and we can’t thank you enough for your amazing support.  
 
Thanks to you, more men can live healthier and longer lives. To read about some of the projects you’ve helped to fund go to movember.com/impact   
 
We’re here to guide you on your Mo journey so please get in touch if you need anything at all. Mo on! 
 
Stef
Mo HQ

105 Week(s) Ago

Hey!

I wanted to reach out personally to say thank you for the amazing amount you have raised so far –you’re a Mo Legend and you’ve made it into our exclusive Platinum Club!  
 
Thanks to you, more men can live healthier, happier and longer lives. To read about some of the projects you have helped to fund go to movember.com/impact  
 
Look out for Platinum Club rewards coming your way and, in the meantime, I hope you have a great rest of the month. 
 
Mo wishes 
Stef - Mo HQ

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