Rainbow Trust Children's Charity

https://rainbowtrust.org.uk/events


When a child has a serious illness, family life is turned upside down and time becomes more precious than ever. Rainbow Trust pairs each family with an expert Family Support Worker who enables them to make the most of time together, giving them practical and emotional support for as long as needed. We support the whole family including parents, carers, the unwell child, brothers, sisters and grandparents.

Your support is key to us being able to reach more families and allows us to continue our vital work.

£5 could buy fun arts and crafts activities to keep a sick child entertained.
£32 is enough to pay for an hour’s practical and emotional support to a family caring for a seriously ill child, helping them make the most of their precious time.
£224 pays for a day’s visit from a Family Support Worker which allows parents to do chores, look after other family members, relax or simply sleep, safe in the knowledge that their child is being looked after by someone they trust who understands their needs.
£2,000 is the average cost of support for a family with a seriously ill child for a year.


How Your Support Helps

There are an estimated 86,625* children in England with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions. This number has trebled over the last 17 years and is rising. Thousands of families have to face the very real possibility that their child may die and struggle to cope on a day to day basis. Our Family Support Workers provide a lifeline to these families and children.

Why Run for Rainbow Trust?

When you join our team, you’re not just signing up for a race - you’re helping to change lives.

  • Make a real difference – Your fundraising will go directly towards providing vital care and support for seriously ill children and their families. 
  • Be part of our community – Join fellow Rainbow Trust runners, wear your vest with pride, and feel the motivation of running for something bigger.
  • Support from start to finish – From the moment you sign up, our events team will be there with training advice, fundraising tips, and encouragement every step of the way. 

What You’ll Receive as a Rainbow Trust Runner

  • free Rainbow Trust running vest to wear on race day
  • dedicated fundraising pack full of ideas and resources
  • Regular emails to keep you on track with your training and fundraising
  • The knowledge that your miles are making a genuine impact

All Events

What's coming up in the run for charity events calendar? It’s never too late to join one of these great events.

Inflatable 5K - Bournemouth - 15K

Aug 1, 2026 - Aug 1, 2026

the littledown centre, Chaseside, Bournemouth BH7 7DX, UK

Registration Price:£57
Fundraising Amount:£100

Inflatable 5K - Bournemouth - 10K

Aug 1, 2026 - Aug 1, 2026

the littledown centre, Chaseside, Bournemouth BH7 7DX, UK

Registration Price:£47
Fundraising Amount:£100

Inflatable 5K - Bournemouth - 5K

Aug 1, 2026 - Aug 1, 2026

the littledown centre, Chaseside, Bournemouth BH7 7DX, UK

Registration Price:£37
Fundraising Amount:£100

Inflatable 5K - Bournemouth - 2.5K

Aug 1, 2026 - Aug 1, 2026

the littledown centre, Chaseside, Bournemouth BH7 7DX, UK

Registration Price:£31
Fundraising Amount:£100

Derby Running Festival 5K

Aug 2, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026

Elvaston Castle Derby DE72 3EP

Registration Price:£26
Fundraising Amount:£100

Edinburgh Running Festival - 5k

Aug 2, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026

Edinburgh EH8 8AZ, UK

Registration Price:£30
Fundraising Amount:£100

Running GP Bedford Autodrome 5k

Aug 2, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026

W Circuit Pit Ln, Bedford MK44 2YP, UK

Registration Price:£28
Fundraising Amount:£100

Derby Running Festival 10K

Aug 2, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026

Elvaston Castle Derby DE72 3EP

Registration Price:£28
Fundraising Amount:£100

Running GP Bedford Autodrome 10k

Aug 2, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026

W Circuit Pit Ln, Bedford MK44 2YP, UK

Registration Price:£30
Fundraising Amount:£100

Southport Seaside 10k

Aug 2, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026

Marine Dr, Southport PR8 1RX, UK

Registration Price:£34
Fundraising Amount:£100

Edinburgh Running Festival - 10k

Aug 2, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026

Edinburgh EH8 8AZ, UK

Registration Price:£34
Fundraising Amount:£100

Running GP Bedford Autodrome Half Marathon

Aug 2, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026

W Circuit Pit Ln, Bedford MK44 2YP, UK

Registration Price:£32
Fundraising Amount:£100