Join the Race to Make a Difference!
Exeter City Community Trust is thrilled to announce our latest fundraising campaign, and we need YOU to lace up your running shoes and join the cause! Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or a casual jogger, your participation can make a huge impact on our community work.
Getting Started
- Register Early: Sign up for our events as soon as possible to get a head start on your fundraising journey.
- Set a Goal: Aim high and set a challenging but achievable fundraising target. Let your supporters know your goal to inspire them to help you reach it.
Spreading the Word
- Personal Story: Share your personal connection to the cause. A heartfelt story can resonate with potential donors.
- Social Media: Utilise all your social media platforms to reach friends, family, and even strangers. Regular updates can keep your audience engaged.
- Local Community: Don’t forget the power of community. Local businesses, schools, and community centres can be great places to find support.
Fundraising Ideas
- Sponsorship: Ask local businesses to sponsor your run. In return, you can wear their logo on your gear on the big day.
- Events: Host a bake sale, car wash, or garage sale with all proceeds going towards your fundraising goal.
- Challenges: Encourage donations by committing to a challenge when you reach certain milestones, like running in a costume!
On the Day
- Be Visible: Wear bright colours or costumes to stand out in the crowd. This can also be a great conversation starter to spread awareness.
- Team Up: Running with friends or forming a team can boost motivation and increase fundraising potential.
After the Event
- Thank Your Supporters: Send personalised thank you messages to everyone who donated. Let them know the difference their contribution makes.
- Share Your Experience: Post photos, videos, and a recap of the event to show the fun and impact of the day.
Together, we can cross the finish line for a better community. Ready, set, fundraise!
Run Ready?
Materials and Resources
Why should I join the Exeter City Community Trust Fundraising Team?
As a Team Exeter City Community Trust runner you’ll receive:
- A free Exeter City Community Trust technical running vest (upon raising 80% of your pledge goal)
- A fundraising pack bursting with fundraising tips and tricks
- Access to our online training materials
- Post-event hospitality once you cross that finish line
- The loudest and most supportive cheer points on the course!
Most importantly we’ll provide you with a reason to keep going because you’ll know that you’re helping improve the lives of people living in your community. Donations make up a large amount of our annual income so we simply couldn’t do what we do without you.
Materials and Resources
Training Tips
Once you are ready to go, click the purple “Start fundraising for Exeter City Community Trust” button to set up your Just Giving fundraising page!
See our answers to frequently asked questions below
Absolutely anyone can take part in our Santa Run this, no matter your age, ability, or where you are! We’re determined to put the ‘Ho Ho Ho’ back into Christmas, and we’d like as many people as possible to join us this festive season, whether you run, jog or walk!
Runners can either aim to take on our usual 2.5km Family Fun Run distance or challenge themselves to our 5km Race distance.
This isn’t a timed event so there’s no need to submit your time, but we’d love to see photos of you taking part.
We have a limited number of Santa suits available, which you can purchase by booking the relevant place when entering the event.
Step into the spirit of the event with style! When securing your spot, don’t miss the chance to grab a dashing suit tailored for the occasion. And why stop there? Dress to impress extends to your trusty push chairs and your furry friends too! Deck out your strollers in their festive best and let your pups strut their stuff in adorable attire. While dressing up is not mandatory, we wholeheartedly cheer on a parade of color and creativity. So, let’s make it a day to remember with outfits that turn heads and wag tails! 🎉🐾
Join the Exeter Santa Run and Make a Difference!
Our Santa Run events are more than just a race; they’re a celebration of community spirit and generosity. Participants like you have raised thousands of pounds for a host of remarkable causes, making a real impact in people’s lives.
While purchasing a ticket to join the fun is a fantastic start, we invite you to take a step further. Fundraising is a powerful way to support our mission and our charity partners. By choosing to fundraise, you’re not just running; you’re championing a cause that matters.
Why Fundraise?
- Amplify Your Impact: Every pound you raise helps us reach our goals and support those in need.
- Engage Your Community: Fundraising is a meaningful way to connect with friends, family, and colleagues for a common cause.
- Experience the Joy: There’s an unmatched feeling of accomplishment when you know your efforts are contributing to something bigger.
We encourage you to visit our fundraising page to learn more about the incredible difference your contributions can make. Whether you’re running in a Santa suit or cheering from the sidelines, every act of generosity counts.
Ready to be a part of something special? Start your fundraising journey today and help us spread the festive cheer far and wide!