Join Team Macmillan today and together we’ll go the extra mile to help thousands of people living with cancer. Macmillan Cancer Support is dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by cancer. We provide practical, medical, emotional and financial support and push for better cancer care. 99% of our work is funded by voluntary donations, that’s why your support will make so much difference.
Running one of the Edinburgh Marathon Festival races for Macmillan means there’s a team of people around you every step of the way, giving you a lift and inspiring you on to the finish line. And by taking part you’ll raise vital money for Macmillan and make a real difference to the lives of people affected by cancer.
So, join Team Macmillan today. Let’s go the extra mile together.
We are very proud to present our five Premier Affiliate Charities. They each work tirelessly for those battling some of the UK’s most common and deadly diseases, BUT they can’t do it without YOU! Read on to decide which of our Premier Affiliate Charities is closest to your heart and join their team today!
Imagine the feeling of knowing your months of training and hard work, all those aches, pains and sweating have paid off. That YOU have helped get one step closer to stopping MS. We believe it can be done, so let’s stop MS, together! What are you waiting for? sign up today and help the 100,000 people living in the UK with MS.
Since 2003, Edinburgh Marathon Festival runners have raised over £30 million for hundreds of amazing charities. If you’re looking for a reason to become a future EMF charity runner, then look no further!
The first two are types of Charity Entry where your chosen charity will cover up to the full cost of your entry and expect you to raise a minimum amount of sponsorship money in return. The third is where you purchase your Own Entry and fundraise for a charity of your choice, with no minimum sponsorship commitment:
ICE means that your entry in the event is ’approved’ as soon as you submit your details – no turning back! Your chosen charity may require that you pay a regisration fee towards the cost of your entry, which you can find out more about by visiting their page on this website.
How to complete an ICE:
Your chosen Affiliate Charity will have 21 days (or until entries close, whichever comes first) to decide whether to approve or decline your application before it expires automatically. You cannot apply to more than one charity at a time, but if you do change your mind while awaiting approval, you can cancel your application.
How to apply:
If you have purchased your Own Entry and would like to fundraise for one of our listed charities, you can log in to your My Details account after you have purchased your entry and click the link to ’tell a charity I have my own entry’. We will then inform your chosen charity and they will be in touch with you directly to discuss fundraising etc.
If you have purchased your Own Entry and would like to fundraise for a charity not listed on this website, you are welcome to do so however you would need to contact the charity directly to discuss fundraising etc.
When the training is getting tough and you’re wondering what you’ve got yourself into, the knowledge that you’re raising money for a cause you really believe in will give you a purpose and keep you on track right up to race day!
Your chosen charity will offer you fantastic support and encouragement with both your training and fundraising. Many charities are also present on race day to cheer you on and congratulate you beyond the finish line.
Have you or a loved one been affected by a specific illness? Picking a cause close to your heart, gives you the drive and determination to dig in and do all your can to raise funds for that charity.
By choosing a charity to run for and asking your family and friends to support you, you will raise awareness for your charity and your cause. You never know, next year you might find you have company on the start line!
Enhance your whole EMF experience by being part of your charity’s team, from the moment you sign up right up to race day. Wear your charity vest with pride on race day and enjoy the camaraderie amongst your fellow charity runners!
JustGiving make fundraising as easy as possible for you. Click here for the JustGiving fundraising toolkit to get started! Remember all donations from UK taxpayers are subject to Gift Aid, an extra 25p for every £1 donated!
