Great Scottish Run fundraising

4^th October 2026

Running the Great Scottish Run? Choose your distance and create your JustGiving Fundraising Page and start raising money for a cause you care about.

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Experience Glasgow’s biggest running celebration at the AJ Bell Great Scottish Run.

Choose between a 10K or half marathon and explore the heart of Glasgow on a city-centre course packed with iconic landmarks, incredible atmosphere, and unforgettable local support.

Run a 10K or half marathon through the streets of Glasgow
Enjoy a vibrant city-centre route with entertainment and crowd support throughout
Join runners of all abilities at one of Scotland’s most popular running events

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Why fundraise for charity at The Great Scottish Run?

Make every mile matter
Support a cause you love
Join thousands of charity runners

READY TO RUN?

How to start fundraising

10k

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Half marathon

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FUNDRAISING TIPS

How to reach your fundraising target

Donate to your own page

Raise up to 29% more by making a donation to yourself.

Connect your fitness app

Raise up to 31% more by logging your training on your Fundraising Page.

Share your page on social

Spread the word on social media: every share is worth an average of £10.

WHY JUSTGIVING?

Why choose JustGiving for The Great Scottish Run?

Trusted by millions

Millions of people have used JustGiving to raise over £7 billion for charities and good causes.

Easy fundraising page creation

Raise money easily with fun, simple, and innovative fundraising tools.

Built-in fitness app integrations

Log your training and raise 31% more money by linking your Strava or Fitbit account.

Mobile-friendly sharing

Share on social, email, messaging apps, and more, right from your profile.

Fundraising coaching and tips

Get milestone celebrations and fundraising tips with timely, personalised emails.

Fundraising Heroes board

Track your position on the board and raise money with others doing the same event.

When is Great Scottish Run?

There are two Great Scottish Run events, both 4 October 2026.

What is The Great Scottish Run?

The AJ Bell Great Scottish Run is one of Scotland’s biggest running events, bringing thousands of runners to Glasgow each year for a 10K or half marathon through the city’s streets, parks and iconic landmarks. With incredible crowd support, a city-centre start and finish, and a welcoming atmosphere for runners of all abilities, it’s an unforgettable race-day experience.

How do I create a Fundraising Page?

Create your JustGiving Fundraising Page for Great Scottish Run →

Fundraising on JustGiving is fast, fun, and easy! Learn more about raising money on JustGiving.

How do I get a place in The Great Scottish Run?

Visit the official website for more information on securing your entry to The Great Scottish Run.

Can I connect my fitness app to my Fundraising Page?

Yep! You can connect your Strava app to your Fundraising Page to auto-share your training activity (which leads to more money raised on average).

Can I run The Great Scottish Run for charity?

Yes, you can participate while raising money for charity at the same time.

How do I share my Fundraising Page?

Sharing your page is key to getting donations (and raising more for your chosen charity). Check out our top tips for sharing your Fundraising Page to see the best ways.