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Support families facing baby loss 🧡
Commit to running 2k a day in January in memory of every much-loved baby
Why?
Run in memory of a precious baby
Raise funds to save babies' lives and support bereaved families
Find time and space to focus on your own wellbeing
Challenge yourself to run 2k a day over the month of January for Sands.
Join the team running together, using our combined power to inspire change and prevent babies from dying.
Our runs won't go unnoticed, and the sponsorship we collect will lead to action – saving babies’ lives and improving maternity safety and bereavement care through research, training and campaigning.
Please step forward in memory of every much-loved baby and create a legacy of change.
Join our Strava club
Resources
Digital tracker - download a digital tracker to record your Kms with FAQ's on the back.
Sponsorship form - download this form to collect cash donations. You can then pay these onto your fundraising page and send us a photo/scan of the form to allow us to claim Gift Aid.
You may have questions about the challenge. If you need to speak to a member of our team, you can email run@sands.org.uk – but we’re quite busy so it may take us a couple of days to get back to you. In the meantime, you can read our FAQs below.
FAQ's
How do I sign up?
To sign up to the challenge, you can register here.
Make sure to also join the Run 2k a day in January Strava group.
Once you’re in the group, you can introduce yourself, get tips, be inspired and find out anything you want to know about the challenge!
Is there an entry fee?
There is no entry fee for this challenge but we do however ask you to fundraise as part of your challenge. A page will be set up for you when you register which is really easy to use to collect sponsorship.
Is there a fundraising target?
We have no minimum or maximum amount that we would like you to raise. From our point of view, no matter how much money you raise, it will go towards supporting bereaved families across the UK.
How do I raise money?
Your fundraising page will be created for you when you register. You're in control of who you share this with, across your social media, Whatsapp, email, text and anywhere else your friends and family might see it. They can click onto your page to sponsor you, leave a good luck message and view any updates you might post or activity you might log.
Can I just raise money offline with a sponsorship form?
Absolutely. You can collect sponsorship in any way you like, if you would like a sponsorship form you can download a sponsorship form.
Can I raise money on another online platform like JustGiving?
Yes, if you would like to set up a fundraising page on another online platform, we recommend JustGiving.
How do I get my free t-shirt?
We won't be sending out t-shirts for this challenge, but if you would like one to run in you can purchase them from our shop website here.
My family want to do the challenge with me. Can they register?
No problem! Simply ask them to fill out the registration form and we will send them an email containing the link to their fundraising page.
How do I keep track of how many KMs I've done?
Your profile page includes your personal distance tally so you can track your distance towards your target. This is a great way to keep your friends updated on your workouts!
You can keep track of your kilometres using any tracker app on your phone, and we do recommend using Strava, Fitbit or Garmin. Don't miss out on joining the Strava club here.
Follow these steps to log your kilometres on your page and keep friends and family updated.
1. Log in to your Sands account by clicking the person icon in the top right of the screen here
2. Click the person icon in the top right again
3. Click My Fundraising
4. Click My Fitness Activity
5. Scroll down to Add Activity and type in how many kms you've done and any other details
6. Click Save Changes
The Health app on iPhone or Google Fit app on Android both keep track of how many kilometres you do each day. There’s other apps available so do pick whichever works best for you.
If you have a pedometer or sports watch, these can usually keep track of your kilometres too.
You can also download a copy of the Run 2k a day in January tracker here to print off and log your daily runs.
Do I have to run my kms, or can I jog, walk, climb or dance?
It’s up to you! We think most people will run the kms, but if you want to complete them a different way, then go for it! Just be sure to post your progress and updates on your Fundraising page so friends and family can cheer you on and we can see how you’re doing too!
What if I don't complete the challenge?
The only thing that matters is that you challenge yourself. Do as much as you can. Every run helps.
How do I pay in my fundraising?
If you’ve collected offline fundraising, the easiest way to pay this to Sands if by donating it to your fundraising page.
If you don't have one, you can also donate on our website. Make sure to say that your money is for your Run 2k a day in January challenge so that we can make sure it is added to your total.
If you have fundraised using a sponsorship form make sure you email your sponsorship form to run@sands.org.uk after donating so we can claim valuable gift aid.
If you’re not able to donate this way, then drop us an email to run@sands.org.uk and we can discuss other ways of getting the donation to us.
Do I have to prove I’ve completed the challenge?
You don’t need to prove you’ve completed the challenge – we trust you! You can post videos, pictures and updates on your fundraising page and in the Strava group though, so we can see and congratulate you on your progress. Sharing updates is also a great way to show those who have sponsored you that you’re committed to completing the challenge.
Will I get a medal/reward?
Everyone who raises over £175 will get limited edition Run 2k a day in January Trainer Tags and a certificate after the challenge ends. You don't need to do anything to get this. If we need any extra details from you, we'll be in touch.
If you move house, please let us know by emailing run@sands.org.uk
Can I use Strava?
Yes of course!
The link to the Run 2k a day in January Strava site is - here.
What if I get an injury?
We advise you take every precaution to keep fit and healthy and not undertake any activity that you don't feel comfortable with or that might cause you to hurt yourself. If in doubt, please check with your GP. If you do get injured during the challenge, we encourage you to postpone completing it until you get fit and healthy again - we'll still be here to support you whenever that might be.
When and where is this challenge?
This is a virtual challenge for everyone so you can do this throughout January at the best time for you. You can do this in your local park, on the road or on the trail. You can do this together with your friends and family.
If you want to complete your KMs in a different way, if you want to walk or jog, then go for it! Just be sure to post your progress and updates on your Fundraising page so friends and family can cheer you on and we can see how you’re doing too!