CHALLENGES

WHICH CHALLENGE WILL YOU TAKE ON IN 2025?

This year why not take on a challenge for a Charity that raises funds for something you're passionate about. Whether you'd like to support young people or the elderly. You may wish to support a local charity or help fundraise for research into  a health condition. Maybe you'd like to do some good but don't know where to start or how. We in charities can help. See below for just some of the charities who would love you to help support them. Each charity offers advice and tips to enable you to raise as much money as possible. If it seems daunting to raise money alone why not get a friend to join you or create a team.You could then share a donation page and fundraise together. We in charities may even be able to support you with fundraising. 

Simply email charities_department@next.co.uk letting us know what you are doing and we may be able to help. See below for just some of the ways you can do some good in 2025.  

MACMILLAN Mighty Hikes

Make 2025 one to remember! Take on a Mighty Hike to support people living with cancer.  Choose from 12 stunning locations across the UK an join 25,000 fellow hikers to raise life-changing funds for people living with cancer.   
Macmillan Cancer Support because cancer can affect your life in so many ways, we do whatever it takes to give people the support they need. 


NSPCC Charity treks, walks and challenges 

Take on a charity walk,  run, trek or challenge for the NSPCC.  There's nothing quite like getting out, getting active and seeing hte world as you've never seen it before.

CANCER RESEARCH UK Take on a challenge 

Take on a challenge of a lifetime all in the name of raising money to beat cancer.  there's a challenge for everyone no matter your age or athletic ability! 

February has some fantastic challenges, Run 100 Miles, do 100 Squats a Day or 50 burpees. 

Plus lots of other options including treks, hikes or marathons.

To learn more about Cancer Research UK click here

HELP FOR HEROES    Cycle, Run or Hike                

Discover our exciting range of fundraising events you can get involved in, from our cycling challenge, the Big Battlefield Bike Ride to running and hiking events like the Heroes Hike series.  Join us during specific months for popular virtual challenges like Operation Swim.  

By taking part in a fundraising challenge, you're making a real difference to the lives of veterans and their families.  Give your support today and we'll see you on the start line!  Click here to find out more about our Help for Heroes partners 

MS SOCIETY  Will you be inspired to join the MS Superstars Team this year? 

We simply can't wait to see even more of our runners, cyclists, walkers and adrenaline lovers at an event soon!

Check out what you could do on your own, with friends, family, or work colleagues to help stop MS in the year ahead. It's so easy to sign up and join the team. Click here for more info about the MS Society.

KING'S TRUST  Get involved in KING'S TRUST events. Walk, Cycle & our Brilliant Breakfast                    

Taking part in a King's Trust event is a fantastic personal challenge - and you'll be helping transform the lives of young people.  

We have so many exciting events taking place across the year.  Whether you're into marathons or Brilliant Breakfasts, we have something for you.

Click here  to find out more about the King's Trust

MAKE A WISH UK Skydive, Jump, run, walk or cycle  for Wishes 

Do you wan to get fit, push yourself to try something new, or somply have fun with like minded people?  Take on a fundraising challenge (or plan your own) and do something amazing!  

By getting involved in a charity event for Make-A-Wish, you'll be raising vital funds to grant wishes for children with critical illnesses, bringing light and joy to wish children and their loved ones at the darkest of times. Click here for more info on all they do.

BRAIN TUMOUR RESEARCH  Challenge Events                    

Join our Fighting Force and take on one of our challenge events.  Brain Tumour research have something for everyone.  You can walk, hike, run, or do a Tough Mudder!  All whilst fundraising to fund ground breaking research at dedicated centres of Excellence.  We need the Government to invest more into brain tumour research nationally.  And the funds you raise help BTR greatly. Click here for more info on all they do.


PARKINSON'S  Fundraising Events         


Taking on a challenge for Parkinson's raises money for research into new treatments and a cure.  Whatever your reason.  Whoever you walk run or jog for.  Join us and together we can find a cure.  Which challenge will you take on for Parkinson's in 2025? There's no cure for Parkinson's.  Yet.  Help us move closer by joining a challenge. Click here to find out more about Parkinson's

BREAST CANCER NOW  Fundraising Events                                

From Pink Ribbon Walks in the summer, we have a whole calendar of fundraising opportunities and ways to get involved.  Challenges can be your opportunity for you to get fit, have fun, and support life-changing research and support services for people living with breast cancer.  For more info on Breast Cancer Now click here 

ALZHEIMER'S SOCIETY  Hikes

Get Fitter.  Be Faster.  Go Further.  Challenge yourself by taking on one of our many fundraising events and raise money to give help and hope to people living with dementia. There are breath-taking locations across the UK and also further afield.  You'll join thousands of others who are taking on a challenge with the same aims and goals.  It'll be tough, but we know you have what it takes! To find out more about 'Alzheimer's Society click here

CURE PARKINSON'S Challenges from Ultra challenges, Bike rides, Marathons or Walks

We are many challenges that you can take part in.  Including our cycling 'Celtic Challenge' to the Ultra Challenge Series where you can test yourself,  to get in shape, or bond with friends on a weekend adventure. 

We also have bike rides and marathons throughout the UK. 

Help us raise vital funds for our research to slow, stop or even reverse Parkinson's.  It will be an amazing adventure!  Click here for more on Cure Parkinson's

GRIEF ENCOUNTER Choose a Challenge

Are you ready to make a real difference for bereaved children and young people?  

Join us in an exhilarating challenge that goes beyond your comfort zone, pushing the boundaries of what you thought possible, all while supporting a critical cause.

It's time to embrace the power of community, test your limits, and transform lives. Are you up for the challenge?

You can create unforgettable memories, all while raising vital funds for a cause that's changing lives. Would you help us in our mission to give every child and young person access to the best possible support following the death of someone close. Click here to find out more about Grief Encounter

LOROS Challenges 

Do something amazing and challenge yourself - all whilst raising money for a great cause!  Join #TeamLOROS and take part in one of our exciting sports or challenge events either at home or abroad.  

Find out more about LOROS and the how they provide free, high-quality, compassionate care and support to terminally adult patients, their family and carers across Leicestershire & Rutland.