Run for charity
Make every step count
We are proud to work with a number of charities and organisations doing incredible work out in the community. When taking part in Run Leicester, we would ask that you please consider running for one of our charity partners below.
Each charity’s offer is different but often you will be able to run for free if you pledge to raise between £100 – £200 as part of your run.
Simply choose a charity below that you’re passionate about and get in touch!
New Dawn New Day
New Dawn New Day has been working to change the lives of women affected by trauma, violence and abuse for over 30 years. We offer a range of emotional and practical support for women facing some really difficult circumstances, including domestic violence,...
Hope Against Cancer
Hope Against Cancer is Leicestershire and Rutland’s only cancer research charity. The grants we give to cancer research projects keep Leicestershire at the forefront of oncology study. We support a dedicated trials centre at the Leicester Royal Infirmary, where...
Sue Young Cancer Support
Sue Young Cancer Support in Leicestershire and Rutland is an independent charity that provides practical and emotional support to anyone affected by cancer, patients, family members and their carers. The charity offers a variety of services and support for all those...
The Spark Arts for Children
Presenting exceptional international and national artists at the annual Spark Festival in Leicester. Creating accessible, high quality, inspirational arts experiences for children aged 0-13 from different cultural backgrounds. Working all year round in community...
Leicester Animal Aid
Leicester Animal Aid is a rescue and rehoming centre for cats and dogs. Every year, we care for around animals who are lost, abandoned, neglected, unwanted or relinquished because their owners can no longer look after them. The Charity also runs a Community Pet...
LOROS Hospice
LOROS is a local charity and every year we care for over 2,500 people across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. We deliver high-quality, compassionate care and support to terminally ill patients, their family and carers. We deliver care that is special and unique...
Stroke Association
We're here to support people to rebuild their lives after stroke. We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care...
Bodie Hodges Foundation
The Bodie Hodges Foundation supports families bereaved of a child and raises awareness of the importance of organ donation. We are able to support bereaved families by offering early face to face support through our Lead Child and Family Bereavement Practitioner,...
Vista
Vista changes lives! We support over 12,500 children, adults and older people affected by sight loss every year, whether they have sight loss, are family members, carers or friends. We are the leading local sight loss organisation working across Leicester,...