Applications now open to join team Music in Hospitals & Care!
The London Marathon is one of the best marathons in the world, offering a winning combination of a quick course and great side line support. Music in Hospitals & Care has a limited number of spaces to run the famous marathon route in London. We are looking for runners to champion the charity and help us raise vital funds to share the healing power of live music people across the UK.
Event Date: Sunday 25 April 2027
Registration Fee: £100 (this is on top of the fundraising requirement and non-refundable to be paid on acceptance of space)
Fundraising Target: a minimum of £2,500 by 31May 2027, with 50% of this amount (£1,125) to be in by 15 February 2027 and 85% (£2,125) by 20 April 2027.
In return you will receive:
- Music in Hospitals & Care technical running top or vest
- Iron on letters
- Fundraising pack
- Monthly training and fundraising tips in the lead up to the race – plus lots of encouragement from our fundraising team to help you reach your goals
- A warm glowing feeling (after your legs recover) knowing that your amazing efforts have shared live music with people who wouldn’t otherwise get to experience it
If you have any questions, please contact Sue Diamond, Community and Events Fundraiser by emailing SueD@mihc.org.uk or calling 07984 449371.
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