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Rare Cancers Australia

Fundraise for RCA

Fundraise for RCA

Run, skip, BBQ, walk, swim, shave, cycle, or sing to make it fair for Rare! By setting up a fundraising page you are contributing to our work and getting your community in on the act.


Create a fundraising page

Whether you want to set a personal challenge, participate in a local fun run, or host a small event, we allow you to choose how you would like to fundraise. Get your friends and family to support your fundraiser by donating directly to Rare Cancers Australia.

Create a fundraising page

 

Some tips to get your fundraising off to a good start...
Personalise your page

It’s always inspiring to see the people behind a fundraising campaign, so include a photo. Your message to your sponsors can be very powerful. Let them know what you want to achieve and why you have chosen this cause.

Get others involved

Fundraising with others can be great fun! Grab your friends, family and neighbours to join you - the more the merrier!

Spread the word

Harness the power of social media. Post, share, tweet and capture your fundraising event. Pick up supporters along the way and maximise your donations from the broader community to make your efforts really count!

Have fun

We hope you have fun, we hope you achieve your targets. We know you’ll make a difference. We know you’ll inspire others. We know you and all your supporters will be immensely proud of your achievements. Good luck.


If you're hosting an event and raising funds for Rare Cancers Australia, we would love to feature it here. Simply contact us with your event information.


Upcoming community fundraisers

Corporate Clash in Macarthur

Twenty-two brave local business identities will be going head-to-head in the ring this year on Saturday 3 August 2024! Get behind your favourite local legend as they push their physical and mental strength to the limit in support of Rare Cancers Australia (RCA).

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Donate to a fundraiser

Know someone who has created a fundraising page for RCA? Or perhaps you just want some inspiration for your own fundraising efforts.

There are already a lot of generous people raising money.

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Attending a challenge event?

We have partnered with several of Australia's iconic fun runs, marathons and running festivals. Register and participate as a charity superstar for any of the events below, knowing that you are helping to raise vital funds and awareness for some of Australia’s most vulnerable patients.


APRIL


Canberra Times Marathon Festival 2023

We are looking forward to bringing back the Canberra Times Marathon Festival and welcome you to lace up at the start line to run together again. Whatever your goal, Canberra’s fast and scenic course is the perfect place to put your training efforts to the test.

Join the movement on Sunday, 16 April, and let’s #run4rarecancer. 

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Run The Rock 2023

Race alongside like-minded runners and take in the fresh air as you smash through the Ks at Run The Rock.

Join the movement on Saturday, 29 April, and let’s #run4rarecancer.

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True Grit South Australia 2023

True Grit is the only Australian owned and operated military inspired obstacle course race created by Australian special forces. It is the perfect mix of physical and mental challenge delivered through fun, fitness and friends to give racers of all ages and fitness levels a sense of achievement and accomplishment. 

On Saturday, 29 - Sunday, 30 April, show your True Grit.

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MAY


HBF Run for a Reason 2023

Register to be a Charity Superstar for Team RCA for Perth's biggest fitness fundraising challenge.

Run for fun, jog for joy, push yourself, believe in yourself, fundraise, and feel good. Sunday 21 May is HBF Run for a Reason!

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2023 RACV Solar Great Ocean Road Running Festival

The Great Ocean Road Running Festival will be held in Lorne & Apollo Bay again on Saturday, 20 - Sunday, 21 May.

Set in what is truly Australia's most stunning place to run, winding along the wild and windswept coast of the Southern Ocean, the scenic course is guaranteed to take your breath away.

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fisiocrem GC30 Main Beach 2023

Welcome to fisiocrem GC30 Main Beach. We invite you to join us on Sunday, 21st May 2023, to one of South East Queensland's most spectacular running locations - the iconic Main Beach Spit.

Choose from 30km, 15km, 7.5km and Impi Sportswear Kids Dash Events.

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Runaway Sydney Half Marathon 2023

Come and experience a truly unique city running experience through the beating heart of the Sydney CBD on Sunday, 21 May 2023.

Since 1992, the Sydney Half Marathon has been one of Australia’s largest and most iconic half marathon events. Now in its 30th year, we're super-excited to introduce the latest evolution of this much-loved event - Runaway Sydney Half Marathon.

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7 Rocky River Run 2023

The 7 Rocky River Run has become Central Queensland's largest charity running event, and is a fun day out for a good cause. You can run, walk, wheel or stroll in 21km, 10km, 5km or 2km distances. Races are also timed, so if you are looking to beat your Personal Best you can try in either distance on race day. 

Join the movement on Sunday, 21 May, and let’s #run4rarecancer.

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Runaway Noosa Marathon 2023

On Saturday, 27 May, escape to world famous Noosa for the Runaway Noosa Marathon and a weekend filled with sunshine and good times. With a flat, fast and friendly multi-lap course set in the heart of Noosa township and multi distances to choose from, it’s easy to find your happy running place right here.

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JUNE


Brisbane Marathon Festival 2023

One of the most historic events on the Queensland running calendar, the Brisbane Marathon Festival has iconic resonance with the 1982 Commonwealth Games where the famed Robert de Castella was first across the line in a celebrated victory. This magnificent day embarked a running frenzy in Brisbane where the first official Brisbane Marathon was open to the public in 1992. 

Join the movement on Sunday, 4 June, and let’s #run4rarecancer.

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Melbourne Pizza Run 2023

Grab your family and friends for a must-do day out, starting with a fun run and ending with Pizza at the finish line! Pizza Run is accessible for all with three varying distances, 5k, 10k and a 2k ‘Family Dash’ to choose from. We’ve been bringing the nation’s favourite food to cities across the UK and Australia since 2017, getting people active and then feeding them pizza! 

Join the movement on Sunday, 4 June, and let’s #run4rarecancer.

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Stadium Stomp MCG 2023

Step it up (literally) at Australia’s most unique fitness challenge!

Stadium Stomp, the world’s largest consecutive stair climb, will have you climbing thousands of stairs within the grandstand of some of Australia’s biggest and most well-known sporting stadiums.

Join the movement on Sunday, 4 June, and let’s #stomp4rarecancer.

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Stadium Stomp Adelaide Oval 2023

Step it up (literally) at Australia’s most unique fitness challenge!

Stadium Stomp, the world’s largest consecutive stair climb, will have you climbing thousands of stairs within the grandstand of some of Australia’s biggest and most well-known sporting stadiums.

Join the movement on Sunday, 4 June, and let’s #stomp4rarecancer.

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Sydney Pizza Run 2023

Grab your family and friends for a must-do day out, starting with a fun run and ending with Pizza at the finish line! Pizza Run is accessible for all with three varying distances, 5k, 10k and a 2k ‘Family Dash’ to choose from. We’ve been bringing the nation’s favourite food to cities across the UK and Australia since 2017, getting people active and then feeding them pizza! 

Join the movement on Sunday, 10 June, and let’s #run4rarecancer.

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Gold Coast Pizza Run 2023

Grab your family and friends for a must-do day out, starting with a fun run and ending with Pizza at the finish line! Pizza Run is accessible for all with three varying distances, 5k, 10k and a 2k ‘Family Dash’ to choose from. We’ve been bringing the nation’s favourite food to cities across the UK and Australia since 2017, getting people active and then feeding them pizza! 

Join the movement on Saturday, 17 June, and let’s #run4rarecancer.

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Brisbane Pizza Run 2023

Grab your family and friends for a must-do day out, starting with a fun run and ending with Pizza at the finish line! Pizza Run is accessible for all with three varying distances, 5k, 10k and a 2k ‘Family Dash’ to choose from. We’ve been bringing the nation’s favourite food to cities across the UK and Australia since 2017, getting people active and then feeding them pizza! 

Join the movement on Sunday, 18 June, and let’s #run4rarecancer.

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JULY


Gold Coast Marathon 2023

Celebrate the 43rd edition of the Gold Coast Marathon and run for the good times on Saturday 1 – Sunday 2 July 2023 on the beautiful Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia.

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Run Melbourne 2023

With closed roads and a fast, flat course, more than 20,000 runners descend on the streets, heading past some of Melbourne’s most famous landmarks. Cheer zones and epic vibes make this a race weekend unlike any other.

Join the movement on Sunday, 16 July, and let’s inspire our city to #run4rarecancer.

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Stadium Stomp GABBA 2023

Step it up (literally) at Australia’s most unique fitness challenge!

Stadium Stomp, the world’s largest consecutive stair climb, will have you climbing thousands of stairs within the grandstand of some of Australia’s biggest and most well-known sporting stadiums.

Join the movement on Sunday, 16 July, and let’s #stomp4rarecancer.

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7 Cairns Marathon Festival 2023

The 7 Cairns Marathon Festival will become a must-do destination event in Australia for all running and lifestyle event enthusiasts. Located in beautiful North Queensland participants will want to increase their stay to take in the beauty of the tropics.

Join the movement on Sunday, 16 July, and let’s #run4rarecancer.

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AUGUST


True Grit Queensland 2023

True Grit is the only Australian owned and operated military inspired obstacle course race created by Australian special forces. It is the perfect mix of physical and mental challenge delivered through fun, fitness and friends to give racers of all ages and fitness levels a sense of achievement and accomplishment. 

On Saturday, 5 - Sunday, 6 August, show your True Grit.

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2023 City2Surf

The World's Largest Fun Run - The City2Surf - will be back in Sydney on Sunday, 13 August 2023. Bringing 80,000+ people together from all walks of life to run, jog, walk or stroll the iconic 14km course from Sydney CBD to Bondi Beach.

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Stadium Stomp SCG 2023

Step it up (literally) at Australia’s most unique fitness challenge!

Stadium Stomp, the world’s largest consecutive stair climb, will have you climbing thousands of stairs within the grandstand of some of Australia’s biggest and most well-known sporting stadiums.

Join the movement on Sunday, 20 August, and let’s #stomp4rarecancer.

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Sunshine Coast Marathon 2023

Run or jog in the ideal Queensland winter running conditions, knowing that you are helping to raise vital funds and awareness for some of Australia’s most vulnerable patients. This event takes place on Sunday, 13 August.

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Beach2Beach 2023

The Beach2Beach Charity Fun Run & Festival has three course options, catering for everyone from serious runners to families – 13km from Dee Why Beach to Newport Beach; 6km from Warriewood to Newport Beach; and 3km from Mona Vale to Newport Beach. This is undoubtedly Sydney’s most scenic fun run, taking in many of the spectacularly beautiful Northern Beaches. 

Join the movement on Sunday, 27 August, and let’s #run4rarecancer.

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Sandy Point Half Marathon 2023

Take on a 5K, 10K or 21.1K run along Melbourne's beautiful Bayside for Sandy Point Half Marathon.

Join the movement on Sunday, 27 August, and let’s #run4rarecancer.

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SEPTEMBER


Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival 2023

The Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival will be held in one of the most beautiful locations in the world, Tropical North Queensland. The three-day festival is the perfect excuse to visit and explore this stunning region.

Join the movement from Friday, 8 through to Sunday, 10 September, and let’s #ride4rarecancer.

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Sydney Marathon 2023

The 2023 Sydney Marathon is an iconic event with a spectacular course that includes a run over the Sydney Harbour Bridge and a finish at the Opera House. The festival will be held on September 17, 2023 and features the Sydney Marathon, Sydney Marathon 21km, Sydney Marathon 10km and the Sydney Marathon Family Fun Run 3.5km - so there is something for everyone. 40,000 runners are expected to participate in 2023.

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Lumary City-Bay Fun Run 2023

This year's City-Bay Fun Run is part of the Athletics Australia Australian Road Running Championships. The fun run will be held on September 17, 2023.

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OCTOBER


2023 Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival

The Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival returns on Sunday, 15 October. Register to be a Charity Superstar for Team RCA.

Join thousands of others and make a difference as you run, jog, wheel or walk your way through the city streets, passing iconic Melbourne landmarks before finishing with a lap of honour around the MCG’s hallowed turf.

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