Turn Your Miles into Impact

Taking on the Manchester Half Marathon is an incredible achievement. But why stop at 13.1 miles when you can make an even bigger difference by raising money for a cause you care about?

Whether you’re supporting one of our Official Charity Partners or fundraising for your own chosen charity, our guide will help you maximise your fundraising efforts and make every mile count.

Step 1: Set Up Your Fundraising Page

Getting started is simple. We’ve partnered with JustGiving, the world’s leading fundraising platform, to help participants raise even more for charity. Create your fundraising page in just a few clicks and start collecting donations immediately.

Top Tips:

• Add a profile picture to your page.
• Share why you’re taking part in the Manchester Half Marathon.
• Set an ambitious fundraising target.
• Tell supporters about the charity you’re helping and why it’s important to you.

Step 2: Share Your Fundraising Page

Once your page is live, it’s time to spread the word.

People are far more likely to donate when they understand your personal motivation and can follow your journey from training to race day. Sharing regular updates can help keep momentum high throughout your fundraising campaign.

Ways to Boost Donations:

• Show your commitment, make a self donation
• Post training updates on social media.
• Share photos and videos.
• Ask friends and family directly.
• Send personal emails to colleagues and supporters.
• Check whether your employer offers matched giving.
• Celebrate milestones and fundraising achievements.
• Need More Inspiration? Read our fundraising tips article:

Step 3: Plan a Fundraising Event

Fundraising events are a fantastic way to raise money while bringing together friends, family, colleagues and your local community. 

Whether you’re looking for something simple or something bigger, there’s an idea for everyone. 

Popular Fundraising Events: 

🍰 Bake Sale 

☕ Coffee Morning 

🎟️ Raffle 

🌭 BBQ 

🏃 Sports Day 

Not chosen which charity to support yet?

The Alzheimer’s Society, Cancer Research UK, Moya Cole Hospice and The Christie Charity are our four amazing Official Charities. And in addition to them, we have also our remarkable Associate Charities that will be participating.