Meet our Challenge Champions

Inspired by the support his family received following the death of his nanna, Josh decided to give back by taking on the Great North Run for Treetops. Despite having just over a year of running experience, Josh proudly completed the world’s largest half-marathon in September 2025. He crossed the finish line in two hours and […]

A teacher at Murray Park School, Alfie Holland, is gearing up to run the London Marathon in support of Treetops Hospice, with his training journey being shaped by both Olympic-level guidance and extraordinary community spirit. What started as a personal goal has quickly grown into something much bigger, with the Mickleover and wider Derby community […]

Yasmin Tassi from Chaddesden completed the extraordinary challenge of reaching Everest Base Camp, raising over £800 in support Treetops. From facing huntsman spiders in her accommodation to navigating treacherous glaciers, Yasmin’s journey was anything but predictable.

“Running for Treetops isn’t just about raising money, it raises awareness in the local community, so families know where to turn if they need help. It also gives me a sense of purpose and closeness to my mum. Having more people out running and sharing their stories will help Treetops reach even more families.”

Megan signed up to the Derby 10k to “give back to the charity that helped me and my family so much”.

Twenty-seven staff from the Alfreton-based waste and recycling business tackled the mammoth trek. They climbed 6 peaks over seven hours to support Treetops Hospice.