46 New Year New You Charity challenges New Year New You recommends


Kidney Research Helping save lives Kidney disease is a silent killer. There are three million people in the UK with it right now and there’s no cure. Kidney Research is the leading charity committed to developing treatments, patient information and raising vital public awareness to help save lives. Its calendar of events has something for everyone; sign up and join #TEAMKIDNEY to help improve the lives of those affected by kidney disease. kidneyresearchuk.org/events


St Mungo’s Run the Hackney Half Marathon Offering numerous services in the area, St Mungo’s has been selected as a local charity partner for the Hackney Half Marathon on Sunday 19 May. St Mungo’s turns 50 years old this year and it’s the perfect opportunity to help the team in their mission to end homelessness. The popular 13.3-mile route takes runners through one of London’s most vibrant boroughs; down Mare Street, through Broadway Market and on to Hackney Wick, across 12 canals and rivers before crossing the finish line on Hackney Marshes. Register today for just £20. Fundraising target — £250. Sign up: mungos.org/hackney-half-19 E: events@mungos.org T: 020 3856 6230


Barnardo’s Transforming children’s lives Barnardo’s has been supporting, protecting and transforming the lives of the UK’s most vulnerable children and young people for over 152 years. Last year, that charity reached over 301,000 children, young people, and families — with your support it can reach even more. This year, Barnardo’s has several different events to take part in. New for 2019 is iTRI a long- distance virtual triathlon in June. barnardos.org.uk/itri


MS International Federation Raising funds for MS research Celebrate the New Year with a cycle like no other, and ride the 2019 Tour de France routes just weeks before the pros. It’s the event every cyclist dreams of, but only the toughest can complete in. Even better, every turn of the pedal funds vital international Multiple Sclerosis (MS) research and collaboration by the world’s leading MS researchers. cykelnerveninternational.org


Children with Cancer Improving survival rates Every day, 12 families in the UK receive the news that their child has cancer. Children with Cancer UK funds groundbreaking research to accelerate breakthroughs to improve survival rates and find kinder, more effective treatments to reduce side effects. Treatment can be challenging for family life, so Children with Cancer UK helps fund patient family accommodation near hospitals so families can stay together during their children’s treatment. childrenwithcancer.org.uk


National Autism Society World Autism Awareness Week One in 100 people in the UK are on the autism spectrum. Between 1–7 April 2019, World Autism Awareness Week will teach people more about autism and the work the National Autism Society does. From taking on its 7k challenge for the 700,000 autistic people in the UK to taking to the streets on the charity’s London Night Walk, you can be part of this positive change. autism.org.uk/waaw


The Great Run Company Iconic city running event If the only exercise you’ve managed in the last month is 10 minutes on the dancefloor, don’t worry about it. The festive season is meant to be fun, so give yourself a break. Most people who set themselves an unrealistic goal in January ditch the good intentions in less than two weeks; commit to the long-term goal of an event and you’ll still be running months later. Be your greatest in 2019 at one of the UK’s most iconic city centre running events. greatrun.org/challenge


Saturday 5th January 2019


NSPCC Raise funds to keep kids safe The NSPCC is looking for adventurers willing to conquer new heights and fight for every childhood. Whether it’s taking on the highest mountains of Scotland, England and Wales in the iconic National Three Peaks Challenge, or the adventure of a lifetime in the stunning mountains of Oman, there’s a challenge for everyone. By joining Team NSPCC, every step you take will help keep children safe. Find yours at nspcc.org.uk/challenges


Make a resolution to save lives


Sign-up to run London Landmarks with #TeamNow in January and help us to show breast cancer the fi nish line.


Join #TeamNow breastcancernow.org/LLHM19


Breast Cancer Now is a charity registered in England and Wales (No. 1160558), in Scotland (SC045584) and in the Isle of Man (1200).


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