The most popular charitable events designed to help raise funds and attract public attention are sports marathons. Bike rides, triathlon, races of various distances are held under the auspices of a variety of non-profit foundations and organizations.
Today we presented Top 10 charity events of 2014... It is noteworthy that some of them are held on the territory of Moscow, although our country by the level of charity ranks 127th in the ranking
10. Race "Sport for Good", Moscow, May 30
To participate in the charity race, you will need to pay an entrance fee from 530 to 950 rubles. The event will take place in the Botanical Garden of the Russian Academy of Sciences. N.V. Tsitsina. For professionals, a distance of 10 km is offered, for amateurs - twice as short. For the most creative participants, there is a Fun Run costume run. A children's relay race will take place for children. The collected funds will be used for the rehabilitation of children suffering from Down syndrome.
9. Rock and Roll Marathon, San Diego, June 1
Participants can choose between marathon and half marathon distances. Competitions will be held to fiery music. Funds from participation will be directed to help patients with oncology. Since 1998, the annual Rock and Roll Marathons have raised more than $ 266 million.
8. Crisis Square Mile Run, London, June 5 and 12
The race takes place in the center of London at a distance of 6 km. The competition is run by the Crisis Foundation, which supports the homeless. Registration costs £ 25 and additional donations are welcome.
7. Colorful race, Moscow, June 21
Throughout the distance, participants wearing white T-shirts are generously sprinkled with bright cornstarch paint. Each section of the track is given a certain color, so that athletes come to the finish line in different colors. The cost of participation in the race is 900 rubles.
6. Bike ride "Cancer will win!", Moscow, June 28
The run is held for the third time. Funds are directed to the rehabilitation of children after cancer. There are no entry fees, but anyone can make a donation. On the day of arrival, the organizers arrange a holiday for patients of oncology departments.
5. The Great Swim, UK, June 15 - August 30
The swims are held in five counties in the United Kingdom. The maximum contribution is £ 39, depending on the selected swim length, which ranges from half a mile to 5 km. The collected funds will be used to support cancer patients.
4. London to Brighton Night Ride Bike Ride, London, 12-13 July
The bike ride takes place at night. In approximately 11 hours, participants must travel 60 km from London to Brighton. The funds will go to the fund for helping cardiac patients. The entry fee for the race will be £ 35.
3. British 10k London Run, London, 13 July
The 10 km race is held in support of military veterans who were injured and wounded during their service. The entry fee for each participant is £ 50.The distance can be run or even walk while exploring the sights in central London.
2. Jenson Button Trust Triathlon, Luton Hu, July 12
Held in Bedfordshire, England, the charity triathlon competition includes a 2.5 km race, a 9 km cycling race, and a 300 m lake swim. The entrance fee is 500 pounds, the funds will be directed to the fight against adult and pediatric oncology.
1. London to Paris Cycling Race, London - Paris, 23 - 28 July and 17 - 21 September
Participants will have to overcome 300 miles in 4 days, crossing the Calais Strait by ferry. Check-in costs from 99 to 149 pounds, it is also recommended to make a charitable contribution. The funds will be directed to the Red Cross, helping children with oncology, as well as supporting hospices.