An exciting new campaign has been launched this week by the London Marathon to help save the UK’s charities. The 2.6 Challenge aims to help charities that are seeing their fundraising income decimated by the coronavirus lockdown and the resulting postponement or cancellation of events that would normally raise vital funds.
Music in Hospitals & Care needs you to step up to the challenge and join us ?
How can I get involved?
• Donate £26 to the campaign page
• Join us on Sunday 26th April (the original date of the 40th London Marathon) on our Facebook page as we take on our #TwoPointSixChallenge Music Marathon – 26 musicians each playing 26 minute sets from their homes. Expect Music in Hospitals & Care favourites plus some special guests. You can find the full line up and set times on the Facebook event.
• Set your own challenge based around the numbers 2.6 or 26 to complete in the next two weeks. Sing 26 songs, dance 2.6km in your home, do 260 star jumps, do it all at the same time! ⭐?
Once you have decided on your challenge, use the button below to create a fundraising page and start sharing with your friends and family. Don’t forget to let us know what you are up to so we can cheer you on.
So, what are you waiting for? Let’s do something amazing.
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World Alzheimer’s Month: Lifting spirits in Cumbria
Our musician Andy McKay has been visiting wards and care homes across Barrow-in-Furness in Cumbria, where we have been able to share 29 hours of live music between September 2025 and May 2026. One of the spaces Andy visited is the Ramsey Unit at Furness General Hospital, an assessment unit for patients with organic illnesses such as dementia.
Read our latest annual report
In 2025/26 we focused on setting the right note for the future. Despite a challenging landscape, we are proud of what we have been able to achieve with your support.