Support “Run 4 Change”: Join Us in Building a More Inclusive Future for LGBT+ Individuals

Four Pillars invites you to make a difference through our “Run 4 Change” initiative. With your help, we’re running to break down barriers and raise vital awareness for LGBT+ rights and support across Northeast Scotland. In 2025, My team and I will take on a series of endurance events, each one symbolizing resilience and the pursuit of a safe, inclusive future for all.

As the only LGBT+ charity in Northeast Scotland, Four Pillars plays a crucial role in advocating for change, providing resources, and organising community-building events like Grampian Pride, the region’s largest LGBT+ gathering. Our goal? To raise £40,000 to continue our essential work.

The 2025 “Run 4 Change” Race Journey:

•The Ultra Loop (Manchester, 23rd March) – An intense 8-hour run covering 50km.

•Edinburgh Marathon (Edinburgh, 25th May) – Scotland’s premier marathon, drawing 40,000 participants.

•The Wall Ultramarathon (Carlisle to Newcastle, 14th June) – A grueling 113km journey.

•The Scottish Half Marathon (17th August) – Scotland’s top half marathon event.

The 2026 “Run 4 Change” Race Journey:

•Inverness 1/2 Marathon (Inverness, 8th March) - breathtaking views through the historical city of Inverness

•The Ultra Loop (Manchester, 21st March) – An intense 8-hour run covering over 50km.

•Edinburgh Marathon (Edinburgh, 23rd May) – Scotland’s premier marathon, drawing 40,000 participants.

•The Wall Ultramarathon (Carlisle to Newcastle, 13th June) – A grueling 113km journey.

•Castle to Castle (Edinburgh to Glamis, 25th/26th July) - A tremendous 160km journey up the North East Coast

•Crathes Castle 1/2 Marathon (Crathes, September) - beautiful scenic routes with breathtaking views

Why Support “Run 4 Change”?

Your support will:

•Empower Local Communities: Enable Four Pillars to provide safe spaces and resources for LGBT+ individuals in Northeast Scotland.

•Raise Awareness: Every mile run is a stand against discrimination and a step toward inclusivity.

•Sustain LGBT+ Events: Support the growth of community events like Grampian Pride, fostering pride and belonging.

•Enhance LGBT+ Services: Help keep essential peer-led groups, drop-in services, and one-on-one support accessible to those in need.

Join us in making a difference! Your donation fuels these steps toward equality and sustains life-changing services. Together, we can build a more inclusive, supportive world for the LGBT+ community.