Fundraise & Get Involved

We need to raise over £8 million every year to provide outstanding Hospice care to the local community. To get involved with our fundraising activities, design your own, or make a donation, use the information on this page.

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Manchester Marathon: 27th April 2025

The adidas Manchester Marathon, the UK’s second largest marathon and one of Europe’s largest is an iconic event drawing participants from all over the world to the vibrant streets of Greater Manchester.

We pride ourselves in welcoming all to take on our 26.2 mile challenge, from some superb elite runners, to those who thought completing a marathon would never be possible. Many regular runners find this the ideal event to get a personal best time, whilst everybody finds the incredible Mancunian support throughout the course unforgettable.

2024 saw a record-breaking 32,000 people sign up to take on the challenge, after final entries sold out months before. 2025 is set to be the biggest year yet as the event returns on Sunday 27th April.

Minimum Sponsorship: £400

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How do I get involved?

Whether you’re a thrill-seeker, an avid cyclist, or a passionate hiker, we’ve got an adventure that’s perfect for you. Choose your challenge—be it a daring skydive, an exhilarating marathon or a once in a life time trek—and make every step count for a worthy cause.

1. Choose Your Challenge: Browse the categories and sign up to a challenge that excites you—whether it’s a cycle, a skydive, a marathon or a inflatable 5k, we have a variety of different charity places available for lots of exhilarating events taking place in the UK and abroad.

Want to do something slightly different to what we have on offer? You can participate in any challenge event and fundraise for us, providing you have either sourced your own place or organised your own challenge event. Click here to contact us for more information.

2. Fundraise with Passion: Set up your personal fundraising page and rally support from friends, family, and colleagues.

3. Embark on Your Journey: Take on your challenge and share your progress with your supporters. A photo update of your triumphant face having completed the event or challenge will, in our experience, always bring a smile to the faces of the people that know you.

4. Celebrate and Make a Difference: Enjoy the thrill of your adventure and the satisfaction of knowing you’ve made a significant impact!