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

Smile Train US

Smile Train is the world's largest cleft-focused organization, with a sustainable and local model of supporting surgery and other forms 1 of essential care.

USA Children +2

Team World Vision

World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families, & communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty & injustice.

UK Children +2

Young Lives vs Cancer

When a child or young person is diagnosed with cancer, their world can feel like it's falling apart. Join us to help them navigate the emotional and practical impact and get the support they need.

UK Cancer +3

Pancreatic Cancer UK

Pancreatic cancer is the deadliest common cancer. Half of people die within just three months of diagnosis. Join us and together we can bring more than hope to people facing this devastating disease.

UK Cancer +2

Pancreatic Cancer UK

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!

UK Disability +2

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