The Bowra Foundation

In 2014, Mark Bowra was at the pinnacle of his career.

He was a decorated officer in the UK Special Forces. He had tested himself in some of the most arduous environments.  Life was frantic and dangerous, but it was what he had joined up to do. In the space of a few minutes all that was about to change.  Mark suffered a major stroke whilst driving back from London that would lead him to be hospitalised for over a year.

 To be so fit and active one moment and then be so reliant on others the next, truly tested his physical and mental well-being. Mark quickly realised that he could either give in to his condition or take it on as if it was yet another challenge.

 Thankfully with the help of his family, friends and some very supportive charities including Help for Heroes, Mark is now back on his feet again with a greater determination to help others who may be similarly affected.

 In 2016 and 2017, Mark was selected to take part in the Invictus Games, winning medals in swimming. Since then, he as dedicated himself to helping others. Mark established the Bowra Foundation in 2019, to inspire resilience amongst people suffering from neurological disorders through practical help and physical challenges alongside members of the Armed Forces community.