Your online fundraising pack
You've signed up for the Race for Life, so what's next?
Now you've signed up to the Race for Life 2023, you're probably wondering what's next?
We've put together this online hub where you can find everything you'll need to get you ready for the big day. From fundraising hints and tips, inspiring stories and 'on the day' resources - you'll find everything you need right here.
Download our resources
If you want to get a head start before your pack arrives, you can download our resources right now!
Here's how to get started...
1. Rally your team together
The best way to have fun and raise money for Race for Life is to get together as a group. If you're signed up to a Race for Life event, you can lead the way by becoming a Group Leader and get your family and friends involved.
As Group Leader, your job is to rally your team - we'll even send you a special sticker to show everyone you’re in charge!
By fundraising together, you can raise vital pounds to help us beat cancer.
2. Get the most out of your Giving Page
Whether you're fundraising alone or as a team, use our top tips to get the most out of your Giving Page:
- People want to know why you’re raising money for Cancer Research UK, so updating your page by adding photos, videos and your story can really help boost fundraising.
- Make sure you share your page on social media and email it to your friends and family.
If you prefer to raise money in person then you can use the sponsorship form which you can download.
3. Get creative with your fundraising
To help you reach your minimum fundraising target of £50, use our fundraising ideas page. There's loads to help you get started; download social media badges, a sweepstake or email templates and signatures.
4. Start your training plan!
If you’re looking for extra support to get you ready for your Race for Life, download one of our six week training plans, developed by our sponsor Runners Need.
Runners Need can provide expert kit advice, and help you understand how you run with free gait analysis in store. Runners Need are also offering participants a 15% off discount* in-store or online with code: AF-RFL-P1.
You can track your training on Strava, which you can connect to your Giving Page. It’s a great way to let your family & friends know how hard you’ve been training, and research shows that it can even boost your fundraising value!
6. Create your Race for Life back sign
Who will you Race for?
Use our online creator to make your very own digital back sign. Don't forget to share it on social media with your friends and family using #RaceforLife
5. Remember why you're taking part
Paul was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in 2019. Thanks to research, he is currently cancer-free.
"I was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in July last year. I underwent emergency surgery to remove my entire lung, which was then followed by chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Now, I'm happy to say that I'm currently cancer-free! I'm living proof of how research really does save lives and thankfully I'm still here to tell the tale. Despite only having one lung, I'm determined to complete my 5k this September to help more people beat cancer."
7. You're ready to go!
After all your training and fundraising, it's finally time to take part in Race for Life!
If you're heading to an event day, all the information about your event and its facilities, activities and transport information can be found on your event page, so you can keep track of all of your latest event details.
Not sure what to bring on the day? Use our event day checklist below.
