The Archie Foundation is calling for people of all ages and abilities to get moving this March as it encourages sign-ups for its annual Marathon March fundraiser.
The charity challenge encourages participants to move a mile every day throughout March, with the goal of reaching an ultra-marathon distance across the month.
Whether you’re a regular runner, fancy a leisurely stroll, move on wheels or even want to swim, the fundraiser is an inclusive event that welcomes people however they want to join in.
All the proceeds will go to Archie to support the Royal Aberdeen Children’s Hospital and babies, children and families in the north of Scotland.
Last year’s Marathon March successfully raised £16,705 for The Archie Foundation, thanks to the individuals, families, schools and businesses that took part.
This year, the charity aims to exceed this milestone and raise even more funds to support babies, children and families across Aberdeen, Tayside and the Highlands.
Reti Turner, Archie’s regional fundraising officer in Aberdeen, previously took part in the challenge in 2023 to raise vital funds for Aberdeen’s neonatal unit after the team supported her child, Emil, following an extended stay at the unit in 2022.
She said: “After my youngest had an extended stay in the neonatal unit, I really wanted to do a fundraising challenge where my children could easily join me. It was a great push to go for our special mile-long walk every day in March, made even more special knowing the funds we were raising were going towards such a great cause.
“I’d urge anyone to consider doing the same, given it’s an amazing chance to stay active, get out and about and support The Archie Foundation all at once.
“Marathon March is one of our most loved community fundraisers because it’s simple, flexible and brings people together for a shared purpose. With the rising demand for our services, whether that’s financial or emotional support for children and families experiencing a difficult time, fundraising events like Marathon March are more important than ever.”
Participants can take the first step by signing up here: https://archie.org/events/archies-marathon-march/ and can join at any point during the month.
For more information about the practical, financial and emotional support available from The Archie Foundation, visit www.archie.org/getsupport/.