A runner with her arms out stretched in a charity running vest as she crosses the Finish Line

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Choose a charity and fundraise for a cause you care about

Ready to make a difference? Find a charity from the list below and apply for a place directly through their website.

If you have a ballot place, you can still support a cause you care about! If your chosen charity is listed, simply reach out to join their team of runners.

New to fundraising? Your charity we’ll support you every step of the way. You’ll get expert tips and your own personalised Enthuse page to help you smash your target. Many charities also offer exclusive perks like a branded running vest and other Marathon Day perks!

Fundraising top tips

NSPCC

Join #TeamNSPCC for the 2026 London Marathon! We’ll be with you every step of the way – through training and fundraising to celebrating with you at the finish.
Stand with us. Run for us. Together, we can change children’s lives.

UK Children +1

Alzheimer's Society

One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. Join team Alzheimer's Society for the London Marathon and together, we can give help to everyone affected by dementia.

UK Disability +2

Children with Cancer UK

Around 4,200 children and young people are diagnosed with cancer every year in the UK. We've been working tirelessly to fund research that supports children through their cancer journey.

UK Cancer +2

Organization for Autism Research

The Organization for Autism Research has a mission to apply research to the challenges of autism. Dedicate your miles to autism research and join the RUN FOR AUTISM team!

USA Disability +2

Phab

Phab is a charity that promotes inclusion for disabled and non disabled children, youth and adults. This is achieved through its network of clubs and adventure holidays and adventure days. Run for us.

UK Children +1

Cancer Research UK

We're the world's leading cancer charity, dedicated to saving and improving lives with our research, influence and information.

UK Cancer +2

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