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Fundraising challenge events

Ready to push your limits for a great cause? Join Team Family Action!

Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a first-timer, there are exciting opportunities for everyone to get involved and make a difference. From marathons and bike rides to skydives and obstacle courses, fundraising challenge events are designed to test your endurance and inspire your spirit. Every step you take, pedal you push, or jump you make directly contributes to building stronger families and brighter futures. 

Family Action transforms lives by providing practical, emotional and financial support to those who are experiencing poverty, disadvantage and social isolation across the country. From the mum in Kent suffering from postnatal depression, the dad in Birmingham struggling to find the right support for his autistic son, to the teenage boy in Durham who regularly misses school to care for his disabled mum – you could give families a listening ear, and the helping hand they need to thrive.

We’d love your support to help more families in need. Take on fundraising challenge event you’ll remember forever.

Family Action is a charity that works throughout my community, and probably yours too, and helps underpin one of the most important things in anyone’s life – family.

Ben, first-time marathon runner

Now those freezing mornings and rainy runs were a walk in the park... If there was ever a cause likely to get me off that sofa and running through the wind and rain of the British winter it was this.

Upcoming fundraising challenge events

London Marathon – 27th April 2025

All of our places are currently filled for 2025. If you would like to join the waiting list, please fill in the form below. We will be in touch if a place becomes available.

Run for Family Action

Endure24 – 28th-29th June 2025

Venue: Bramham Park, Leeds 
Course: 8km lap 
Duration: 24 hours

Min cost: £20pp
Fundraising target: min £300pp

The North’s Biggest 24-Hour Trail Race! The course is situated within the historic Bramham Estate. Running in pairs or teams of up to 12, participants will have 24 hours to wrack up as many laps of the stunning 8km trail course as they can.  

The Endure24 Leeds course features wide, runnable trails through a mix of forest and open heathland. Participants will pass the 18th Century Temple of the Leads Lads and the Roundhouse, before working their way back to the events village for a well-earned cold beverage!

North Downs Ultra – 12th July 2025

Start: Surrey Sports Ground, Guildford 
Course: 50km, 25km or 10km 
Various start times, dependent on distance

Min cost: £20pp
Fundraising Target: £200pp – £600pp dependent on distance

Looking to achieve something special – to test yourself, get in shape, or bond with friends on a weekend adventure?  If so, the North Downs Ultra Challenge is for you, and you don’t need to be a budding athlete – they’re for everyone.  Take it on as a Walk, Jog, Run – or mix it up.

A looped 50km route with views of some of the best spots in Surrey Hills, with 25km and 10km loops also available. A route of variety and easily accessible from London.

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This was by far the most challenging activity I’ve done. I honestly couldn’t have done it with a better bunch of people – what company I was in!

Chris, London2Brighton Ultra Challenge Participant

As for Family Action; what a charity – it’s all about building stronger families and the relationships in them no matter what the family type.

I’ve known about them for six years and think I’ve raised money every year because the work they support is invaluable and it’s just such a worthwhile charity.

Do your own thing

Unleash your inner athlete to help families! Choose your fun, active challenge for Family Action.

Get moving and make a difference for families in need with Family Action. Whether you’re a walking warrior, a cycling champion, or a poolside pro, there’s an active adventure for you.

Choose your challenge and…

  • Boost your fitness:  from daily step counts to epic UK cycles, pick an event that gets your heart pumping and body healthy.
  • Fuel your passion: love hiking? Dive into the Three Peaks Trek. Tennis fanatic? Organize a charity tournament. Do what you love for a good cause!
  • Become a fundraising hero:  every stride, stroke, and pedal fuels your impact. Raise funds that empower families with practical support and lasting change.

Ready to start?

  • Pick your playground:  browse our favourite challenges, or unleash your creativity with your own active feat!
  • Team up with Family Action:  register and grab your fundraising pack. You'll get tips, resources, and support to smash your goals
  • Get active, get fundraising! Share your challenge, inspire others, and watch the donations roll in. Every bit counts!

We’d love to hear from you

If any of the above sparks your interest or you want to do a challenge that isn’t mentioned here, please get in touch.

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