Raise money and make a difference in the most popular fundraising activity on JustGiving!
Join a big event or create your own challenge and run for charity to support a cause close to your heart.
READY TO RUN?
Find a charity running event
We can’t wait to see you smash your goals! Find a charity race to add to your calendar.
or learn how to find the right run for you.
Marathon charity runs
Choose from the list below or see all marathon events.
London Marathon
Brighton Marathon
Manchester Marathon
Half marathon charity runs
Choose from the list below or see all half marathon events.
London Landmarks Half Marathon
Great North Run
Brighton Half Marathon
10k charity runs
Choose from the list below or see all 10k events.
Great Manchester Run
Brighton and Hove 10k
Saucony London 10k
DO YOUR OWN THING
Create your own challenge
Want to go your own way and create your own charity run or charity challenge? You can do that too!
Choose your distance, date, location, fundraising target, and the charity you want to support. Then create and share your page and collect donations for your very own fundraising challenge.
Find the right run for you
Choose your distance
When running for charity, there are so many options you can choose from. 5Ks and 10Ks are great for beginners, while half marathons, marathons, and ultramarathons are good for more experienced runners.
Choose your terrain
Would you rather run a flat route through city or a scenic path in the countryside? Charity running events span the entire region and vary in terrain, scenery, and altitude!
Choose your crew
Find a charity mud run and bring friends, for a fun, messy adventure. Join a 5k charity run, 10k charity run, or virtual charity run and make a difference on your own.
Choose your style
Join an organised race with hundreds (or even thousands) of other runners, or go your own way and create your own running challenge for charity.
OUR FUNDRAISERS
Join these amazing charity fundraisers
Haroon’s London Marathon
Haroon raised over £16,000 for Penny Appeal by taking part in not one, but FOUR marathons around the world.
Team Shivia’s Half Marathon
Team Shivia completed the Royal Parks Half Marathon dressed as chickens to help very poor families in India.
#TeamRMHC’s Brighton 10K
TeamRMHC completed the Brighton Marathon, 10K and Ride to help families stay near their child in hospital.
How to run for charity
Run for a charity for a life experience you’ll never forget. It can be a challenging but rewarding task! Here’s a few of our favourite tips to getting started.
Get moving
Check out some ways you can get and stay active so you’re ready for your big day.
- Join a gym or exercise class
- Join a local running club or athletics team
- Try an obstacle course
Get our best advice
See our Running for Good Hub for some of our best run training tips from our pals at Runna.
- Training plans
- Nutrition advice and recipes
- Recovery and sleep tips
Connect with other charity runners
Join our Running For Good Facebook Group to chat with other charity runners about all things running.
- Share your goals
- Recommendations and tips
- Support from other fundraisers
YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Running for charity FAQ
Running for charity means participating in a run event to raise funds and awareness for a charitable cause. It’s a powerful way to combine fitness and philanthropy. By running, you’re not just challenging yourself but also supporting a cause that matters.
Running for a charity is simple! Pick one of the many running events to participate in and create a JustGiving Fundraising Page for a charity you love. Share it with your friends and family and start getting donations for charity, right on your page! Ready to lace up your running shoes and make a difference? Create your Fundraising Page here.
- First, Find a run event that excites you and register for that event online.
- Create a JustGiving Fundraising Page and choose the charity that resonates with you.
- Don’t forget to train and prepare for the big day!
- Share your page, rally support, and collect donations from your network of family and friends. Remember, every step you take brings you closer to your fundraising goal and helps make a positive impact!
Visit the event’s website, fill out the registration form, and pay any required fees. Then come back to JustGiving to start fundraising for the charity you choose as part of your race experience.
Prepare comfortable running gear, hydrate well, follow a training plan, and promote your fundraising page. Don’t forget to stretch and get a good night’s sleep before the event! Also, consider packing some energy snacks and a water bottle for the run. Find more tips on our Running for Good Hub.
Every year, charities raise millions for their life-changing causes thanks to people participating in events. Some events like London Marathon raise tens of millions on their own! Charities use the money raised from passionate runners in these events to fund research, special projects and programmes, and increase awareness about their cause.
You support a good cause, improve your fitness, and connect with a community of like-minded individuals. Plus, it’s a great way to challenge yourself and have fun! You’ll also gain a sense of accomplishment and pride in contributing to a meaningful cause.
Running for charity can also provide a sense of purpose and fulfilment. People run for charity to support causes they care about, honor loved ones, and stay motivated to train. It’s a win-win for your heart, your health, and for the cause you’re supporting!
Choose a charity that aligns with your values and personal interests. Think about what causes matter most to you and where you want to make an impact. Search JustGiving to find different charities that resonate with you.
Some of the most popular runs people fundraise in are London Marathon, Great North Run, Manchester Marathon, London Landmarks Half Marathon, and Brighton Half! These events draw thousands of participants and raise millions for charity. They offer a fantastic opportunity to be part of something big and impactful.
Use social media, host mini-events, and offer fun incentives for donations (like letting people add a song they choose to your race day playlist!). Personalise your outreach to share your passion for the cause, and don’t forget to thank people when they contribute to your page!
Make the perfect profile by adding a photo, fundraising target, and story. Promote your fundraising page widely, thank your with donors, and share frequent updates on your progress. Consider setting milestones and celebrating when you reach them!
READY TO RUN?
Your story starts here
Start your charity running journey and make good things happen.