The most popular charitable events designed to help raise funds and attract public attention are sports marathons. Cycling, triathlon, running at various distances are held under the auspices of a variety of non-profit foundations and organizations.
Today we introduced Top 10 charity events in 2014. It is noteworthy that some of them are held in Moscow, although our country in terms of charity takes 127th place in the ranking
10. The race "Sport for the good", Moscow, May 30
To participate in the charity run, you will need to pay an entry fee of 530 to 950 rubles. The event will be held in the Botanical Garden of the Russian Academy of Sciences. N.V. Qitsin. For professionals, a distance of 10 km is offered, for lovers - twice as short. For the most creative participants, there is a fun run costume run. For children, a relay race will be held. The funds raised will be used to rehabilitate children with Down syndrome.
9. Rock and Roll Marathon, San Diego, June 1
Participants can choose between marathon and half marathon distances. Competitions will be held under incendiary music. Funds from participation will be directed to help cancer patients. Since 1998, the annual Rock and Roll marathons have been able to raise more than $ 266 million.
8. Crisis Square Mile Run, London, June 5 and 12
The race takes place in central London at a distance of 6 km. Competitions are held by the Crisis Foundation, which supports the homeless. The registration fee for the race is £ 25, and additional donations are welcome.
7. Colorful race, Moscow, June 21
Throughout the race, participants dressed in white T-shirts are generously sprinkled with bright corn starch-based paint. Each section of the track is given a specific color, so that athletes come to the finish in different colors. The cost of participation in the race is 900 rubles.
6. Bicycle race “Cancer will win!”, Moscow, June 28
The run is held for the third time. Funds are allocated for the rehabilitation of children after cancer. Fees for participation in the race are not charged, but everyone can make a donation. On the day of arrival, the organizers arrange a feast for cancer patients.
5. Swim The Great Swim, UK, June 15 - August 30
Heats are held in five counties of the United Kingdom. The maximum contribution is 39 pounds, it depends on the chosen swim length, which ranges from half a mile to 5 km. The funds raised will be used to support cancer patients.
4. Bicycle ride London to Brighton Night Ride, London, July 12-13
The bike ride takes place at night. In approximately 11 hours, participants must drive 60 km from London to Brighton. The funds will go to the fund for assistance to cardiological patients. The entry fee for participating in the run is 35 pounds.
3. British 10k London Run, London, July 13
The 10 km race is held in support of military veterans who have been injured and injured during their service. The entry fee for each participant is 50 pounds. You can run a distance or even walk a step while exploring the sights in central London.
2. Jenson Button Trust Triathlon, Luton Hu, July 12
Charity triathlon competitions are held in the county of Bedfordshire in England and include a 2.5 km race, a 9 km bicycle race, and a 300 m swim in the lake. The entrance fee is 500 pounds, the funds will be used to combat adult and pediatric oncology.
1. London to Paris bicycle race, London - Paris, July 23 - 28 and September 17 - 21
Participants will have to cover 300 miles in 4 days, crossing the Kale Strait by ferry. Check-in costs between £ 99 and £ 149, and a charity contribution is also recommended. The funds will be directed to the Red Cross, assistance to children with cancer, as well as support for hospices.
