If your application has been successful, we will be in touch via email within 10 working days to agree a time for a phone conversation to talk through fundraising plans and next steps.  We aim to respond to everyone applying for a place but if you haven’t heard back from us in 14 working days, please assume you have not been successful.

We’ll help you set up an online fundraising page. The best way to start is to personalise your page with a photo, your story and then share it far and wide. This factsheet can help you share how your fundraising will make a difference to older people's lives.

You can also organise fundraising activities and events to boost your total and we have plenty of ideas and branded materials to give you a kick start.

Each charity place provides a valuable source of fundraising for Age UK. We set a minimum fundraising target to cover the cost of the place and support for our runners as well as ensuring each runners raises vital funds to help us reach older people who need support.  

If you find you are struggling to reach your fundraising target, we are here to help with advice, ideas and materials. We would ask you to continue with your fundraising until you reached your target and we’ll continue to support you. We would never ask you to pay the difference personally.

Your fundraising pack containing your technical running vest, iron-on letters, fundraising guide and fundraising materials will be sent out to you approximately 2 months ahead of the event.

Yes, you'll have access to free resources like a sweepstake pack, sponsorship form and an event poster. Our fundraising guide can also offer plenty of top tips for boosting your donations.

You can use our free 24-week marathon training plan to guide your progress, and our other running resources to shout about your success.

If you’re not able to take part please let us know at the earliest opportunity, and we’ll discuss alternative options with you.