I wanted to add a personal note – I feel responsible for Runner Beanz as the MD but also
because I know that a lot of the volunteers who work with us have a real connection with
the community through our projects. I don’t mean that to sound ‘important’ but I know
the people who work with us well and there are many who will say they look forward to
the plot meetings and it keeps them busy and active. I guess I’m thinking about some of
our 'oldies' here – the tea and a chat is possibly more important to them than working the
plot (wouldn’t say that in front of Tim!). I know that the schools really value us getting
the kids outside and busy – did I tell you that Simon joined us right out of school and
he’d been a bit of a drop-out kid before getting involved in the project? The main reason I
took this job was to give back to the community and me (and my staff) are committed to
keeping Runner Beanz going.