Help us to create stronger communities across the UK. Consider taking part in one of our challenge events to push yourself and fundraise to support our transformational work
Thank you for considering taking part in a challenge event to fundraise for Volunteering Matters. Your support is crucial for us being able to deliver more project with communities to tackle some of the key challenges being faced.
Throughout the year we will have a variety of ways you can challenge yourself including half marathons, sky dives, walks. If we don’t have any opportunities available, why not get in touch and let us know what would interest you so we can add you to our waiting list.
Register your interest
If you already have a place on a challenge event, why not consider fundraising for Volunteering Matters. We’d love your support and would be able to help you along the way.
Current opportunities
Dog Jog
By 31 December 2024
Dog Jog is a virtual challenge event hosted by JustRunning. There is no time limit, and a small minimum distance of 5k – just finish before the 31st of December, 2024! So, why not jog, walk or run with your four-legged friend while fundraising for Volunteering Matters, and show a commitment to social action across the UK!
Cost to register: £0
Sponsorship target: £50
Big Fun Run
By 31 December 2024
The Big Fun Run is a virtual challenge event hosted by JustRunning. There is no time limit, and no minimum distance – just finish before the 31st of December, 2024! So, why not jog, walk, or run and have fun while fundraising for Volunteering Matters, and show a commitment to social action across the UK!
Cost to register: £0
Sponsorship target: £50
Royal Parks Half Marathon
13 October
The Royal Parks Half Marathon is presented by Royal Bank of Canada. This stunning central London half marathon route takes in some of the capital’s world-famous landmarks, on closed roads and within four of London’s eight Royal Parks – Hyde Park, The Green Park, St James’s Park and Kensington Gardens.
Cost to register: £15
Sponsorship target: £350