Our January challenge is back! Hit the ground running in 2025 and take on our Run 31 Miles in January challenge to raise vital funds for your Hospice.
Everyone who signs up to take part in the challenge will receive a free St John's Hospice t-shirt to wear with pride as you pound the pavements throughout the month!
Whether you complete a mile a day or run several times a week to get to your target, complete the challenge at your own time and your own pace.
Don't worry if you're not on Facebook - you can still take part! Just complete your registration here.
If you need any further encouragement, you can see what participants have said about our challenges...
“I never thought I would be able to complete this challenge especially with the few minor setbacks I had. But thanks for all your advice and support throughout this challenge. You’re all amazing humans.”
“I've learnt so much through this and I fought my great fear that I "cannot run" for the past 8-10 years or so. Most of all the Hospice deserves this!!”
How does it work?
Run 31 miles during January – complete 1 mile a day or run a few times a week to get to your target. Each mile completed will help us raise vital funds for St John’s Hospice.
Is there a registration fee?
There is no charge to join in this challenge and each participant will receive a free St John’s Hospice running t-shirt.
How do I get my t-shirt?
Complete the registration form here
My t-shirt hasn’t arrived yet!
Please allow 14 working days from the day of registering to allow your t-shirt to be processed, packed and posted! If you have still not received it please email [email protected]
Is there a fundraising target?
There is no set fundraising target but we challenge each participant to raise £100.
Each mile that you complete, think about the positive impact you are having on our Hospice and the families we serve.
We would love it if you could use this challenge as an opportunity to raise funds which allow us to care for our patients and their families. Setting up a Fundraiser is a simple and effective way to do this. Create yours here.
How do I track my progress?
You can use our handy tracker which will be sent out with your t-shirt. Alternatively, you can download one above.
Do I need to send proof of my progress?
No, you do not need to send us proof or verify your activity. It’s your responsibility to track your challenge.
We’d love to see your challenge updates, videos, and photos in our Facebook group, so please do share your journey here!
What happens after I sign up?
The entire challenge will be hosted on the Facebook Group. You will be able to chat with other Hospice Heroes and discuss your top tips and post about your amazing challenge.
Will I receive a welcome pack?
You will receive your t-shirt and tracker in the post but as this is a virtual challenge all other resources and information will be accessible digitally.
Can we take part as a team?
Yes of course! Just set up and share one person’s fundraiser page and individually register for your t-shirts.
Can my friends and family join?
The more the merrier! Just share the Facebook group link with anyone who would like to join.
I live outside the UK – can I join?
Yes – you can join from anywhere in the world! Unfortunately, we aren’t able to post internationally, but we can email you all the resources you will need.
Is there a minimum age for taking part?
As this event is hosted on Facebook, we ask that all participants who sign up for this are aged 18 or over. However, if you have younger people wanting to take part in the challenge with you we can provide a children’s t-shirt. Just email [email protected]
How will my fundraising help St John’s Hospice?
Around one quarter of our funding is from the NHS, for the remainder we rely on donations from our amazing community. Every penny raised makes a difference to our work, enabling our charity to work 24 hours a day, 365 days a year offering care, compassion and support during one of the most difficult times people face. Your fundraising will help us fund a range of services in the Hospice and in patient homes across North Lancashire, the South Lakes and areas of North Yorkshire.
Do I have to create my fundraiser through Facebook?
When setting up your fundraising page you can choose to create your fundraiser on Facebook or JustGiving. Alternatively, we have a sponsor form which can be used to collect offline donations which will be included in your pack or download one above
