Any time
Marathon Charity Runs
Take on the ultimate challenge of running a marathon while making a difference for children with SEND.
Fundraising events
Take on a challenge for Kids and help create a world where all kinds of children and young people have all kinds of opportunities.
Run a half marathon or a marathon, skydive, get muddy, bike ride, or take on a sponsored walk!
The money you raise will help us run life-changing services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.
Types of events
There are a wide range of fundraising events you can take part in to support Kids. Whether you’re running a marathon, skydiving, or hosting your own quiz night, there’s something for everyone to get involved in and make a difference.
Running events
Half-marathon
12 Apr 2026
London Landmarks Half Marathon 2026
Run the London Landmarks Half Marathon with Team Kids!
Half-marathon
12 Apr 2026
Birmingham Running Festival – Half Marathon
Take on the Birmingham Half Marathon with team Kids.
Running
19 Apr 2026
Manchester Marathon
Run the second largest marathon in the UK with team Kids. Together, we’ll create brighter futures with disabled children.
Popular
26 Apr 2026
TCS London Marathon 2026
Run the most famous marathon in the world with team Kids. Together, we’ll show children and young people they can achieve anything.
Half-marathon
3 May 2026
Great Birmingham Run Half Marathon
Take on the Great Birmingham Run Half Marathon with Team Kids!
Half-marathon
10 May 2026
Great Bristol Run Half Marathon
Take on the Great Bristol Run Half Marathon with Team Kids!
Running
17 May 2026
Hackney Half Marathon
Run the Hackney Half Marathon with team Kids and watch Hackney come alive.
Half-marathon
Half-marathon
11 Oct 2026
Royal Parks London Half Marathon
Run the Royal Parks Half Marathon with team Kids!
Half-marathon
11 Oct 2026
Oxford Half Marathon
Take on the Oxford Half for Kids! A perfect route for both newbies and PB Chasers.
Half-marathon
15 Nov 2026
Run the Alton Towers Half Marathon
Run the Alton Towers Half Marathon – an event open to all abilities!
Running
Any time
Half Marathon Charity Runs
Take on a 13.1 mile challenge of running a half marathon while making a difference for children with SEND.
Challenge events
Adrenaline
Any time
Skydive UK
Experience the ultimate adrenaline rush while raising money for children and young people with SEND.
Adrenaline
Any time
Bungee jump
Bungee jump for Kids and help create a world where all kinds of children and young people have all kinds of opportunities.
Challenge
Challenge
Any time
Tough Mudder
Take on the epic Tough Mudder to help create brighter futures with disabled children and their families.
Find other challenge events near you
Through our partnership with Run for Charity, you can choose from a wide range of exciting sports and challenge events happening across the country. Click below to find the perfect event near you and start fundraising today!
Set up your own fundraising page
Got an idea and ready to start fundraising? Whether it’s a bake sale, a quiz night, or something completely unique, create your own fundraising page today with our partner Enthuse.
Contact us about an event
If you have any questions about our fundraising events or are planning your own, simply fill out the form below, and a member of our events team will get back to you.
Fundraising & real-life stories
News
22 Apr 2024
London Marathon runners raise over £77,000 for Kids
On Sunday 21st April, 54 runners completed the London Marathon for Kids. Read more.
Fundraising stories
30 May 2025
London Marathon runners raise over £84,000 for Kids
On Sunday 27th April, 41 runners completed the London Marathon for Kids.
Early years
9 Apr 2025
Remi’s story
Remi is autistic, and with support from Kids, his family found a group where he could truly thrive. Read Remi's story.
Navy
8 Apr 2025
AJ’s story
AJ is an autistic young person with ADHD. His dad reached out for support to help him embrace his individuality.
Fundraising stories
21 Mar 2025
Andrew’s half marathon triumph
Andrew, recently completed his first Bath half marathon to support young people with SEND. Read his story.
Fundraising stories
21 Mar 2025
Simon’s epic challenges
Four marathons, an Ironman, and even bigger challenges ahead – read Simon's incredible story.
Real-life stories
21 Jan 2025
Jack’s story
Read about Jack, a 12-year-old boy with autism & ADHD, who faced severe bullying and challenges at school.
Fundraising stories
20 Dec 2024
13 half marathons in 13 days
Reece, a young man living with Worster-Drought Syndrome, ran an incredible 13 half marathons in 13 days! Read his story.
Early years
4 Dec 2024
William’s story
William has a congenital syndrome and Rachel, William's mum, shares how he has flourished at Kids' playgroup.
Real-life stories
3 Dec 2024
Ruby’s story
Ruby struggled with her sleep and her family found support through our online Sleep Workshop. Read Ruby's story.
Real-life stories
2 Jul 2024
Tabatha’s story – Disability Pride Month
Tabs shares their journey as a person with SEND finding employment at Kids, and empowering young people to speak up.
Early years
12 Apr 2024
Sharon’s story
Sharon explains how Kids' early intervention helped her children with SEND thrive.
Fundraising stories
9 Apr 2024
Georgina’s story: running the London Marathon 2024
Georgina is running the London Marathon to raise money for children with SEND. Read her story.
Real-life stories
18 Mar 2024
Donna’s story
This Neurodiversity Celebration Week, Donna shares her experiences learning about herself and making friends through our Nurturing Anchors workshops.
Fundraising stories
29 Feb 2024
Training for the London Marathon: Shane’s story
Shane is taking on the London Marathon with team Kids. Read on to find out why he chose to support Kids, and how his training is going.
Real-life stories
11 Jan 2024
Lyndsey’s story
Read about Lyndsey, aged 13, who became a young carer when her dad suffered a stroke.