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Running for Hope and Community: The Fitzharrys Town & Gown Campaign
Staff, students, parents & carers, and other community supporters from Fitzharrys School are lacing up their running shoes to participate in the Bidwells Town & Gown 10k & Fun Run. We are taking on this challenge with a shared purpose—to raise vital funds that will be split 50/50 between two charities close to our hearts: Muscular Dystrophy UK (who are the Fun Run organisers) and the Fitzharrys School Association.
Why We Run: Supporting Muscular Dystrophy UK
Muscular dystrophy and related neuromuscular conditions affect over 110,000 children and adults in the UK. These conditions cause muscles to weaken over time, drastically impacting mobility, independence, and daily life.
Half of all funds raised through our campaign go directly to Muscular Dystrophy UK, powering ground-breaking medical research, championing better care, and providing direct support to affected individuals and their families.
"Running 10k is a temporary challenge, but living with a muscle-wasting condition is a daily reality. Knowing that money we raise will fund life-changing research on muscular dystrophy gives our whole team the drive to keep going."
— Team Captain, Phil Rees
Running for Our School: The Fitzharrys School Association
The remaining 50% of donations will go straight to our school through the Fitzharrys School Association - our school's PTA charity.
School budgets only stretch so far, which is where the FSA comes in, aiming to make a world of difference. Through dedicated fundraising efforts, the Association funds enhanced learning environments, upgraded equipment, and enriched sports facilities, directly improving the day-to-day school experience for all our students.
Our school community is wonderfully supportive. By backing our Town & Gown runners, donors will have a direct, positive impact on our school environment and help create even more opportunities for every student at Fitzharrys."
— Fitzharrys School Association Chair, Kath Bird
How You Can Make a Difference
Whether you are a parent, alumni, local business, friend of the school, or someone in the wider community, your support fuels our momentum. Here is how you can help us reach our goal:
SPONSOR OUR RUNNERS & ADD GIFT ADD:
Every pound donated brings us closer to our target and directly impacts two great causes. If you are a UK taxpayer, please consider selecting Gift Aid when you donate—it adds an extra 25p to every £1 you give at no extra cost to you, helping your donation stretch even further!
SHARE OUR CAMPAIGN:
Please share the link to our JustGiving Fun Run campaign with your family, friends, colleagues, local businesses, and the wider community to help us maximise potential donations."
CHEER US ON IN OXFORD:
Come out to Oxford city centre early on Sunday 9th May 2027 to support team Fitzharrys as we tackle the route!
SPREAD THE WORD:
Look out for our posts and share our story on social media using #TeamFitzharrys and #TownAndGown2027.
THANK YOU for backing our team, our school, and the vital work of Muscular Dystrophy UK. Together, let's make every step count!