Challenge and sport fundraising
Challenge yourself to run, swim, cycle or hike for Médecins Sans Frontières / Doctors Without Borders (MSF) and raise vital funds to help our medical teams save lives around the world.
It's fundraisers like you that help us deliver medical care where it's needed most.
Looking for more events?
There are 5k runs, marathons, obstacle races and more across the country that you can take part in for MSF. We’ll provide you with fundraising support from our dedicated events team and an MSF running vest to wear with pride on the day!
Already have an event place or planning your own challenge?
Follow the steps below to help you get started with your fundraising efforts. Good luck!
Step 1: Get in touch!
Whether you’ve secured a place in a race, or you’re thinking of planning your own challenge or sporting event, please get in touch, we can help you make the most of your fundraising. Jump to our contact form.
Step 2: Set up your JustGiving page
This is an easy way to share your story with your friends and family and collect donations online. Visit the MSF JustGiving page to set up your own fundraising page.
Step 3: Tell the world about your campaign!
We've put together a draft email for you to use so that you can tell your family, friends and colleagues why their support is so important. Take a look at the draft email.
Social media is also a great way to spread the word. Get in touch with our team to receive a pack of powerful images of MSF’s work to share on your social networks.
Step 4: Keep your community updated
Regular status updates on social media reminds your friends why you are fundraising. Why not post a photo of your training for the big event?
Step 5: Thank your supporters
It sounds obvious but it's essential. With up to 20 percent of donations being made after an event, it’s really worth doing. Thank your supporters, send them a photo of you at the finish line and remind those who haven’t donated that their support will really make a difference. We've put together another email to do just that.
Fundraising resources
Take a look at our available resources to help you with your fundraising
Your fundraising saves lives
84%
OF ALL DONATIONS ARE SPENT ON OUR HUMANITARIAN WORK
£6.96
RAISED FOR EVERY £ SPENT ON FUNDRAISING
99.9%
OF OUR FUNDING COMES FROM PEOPLE LIKE YOU
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