Fundraising calendar

January

Donate month
Start the year with some positivity and purpose by donating to Brake. Click on the link below to make a single donation or to give regularly with a monthly donation.
Donate to Brake

February

Bake for Brake
We are looking for offices, schools, communities and individuals to hold a bake sale or coffee morning to raise money for Brake.
Find out more and get a free fundraising pack

March

Sustainable fundraising
Why not be creative and fundraise for Brake while helping save the planet too? You could organise a recycling fundraiser, go vegan for a month or set up a carpool to work. We have some great ideas to share with you.
Get in touch to find out more

April

Sunflower growing competition.
Compete with family, friends and colleagues to see who can grow the tallest sunflower! It's time to get sowing.
Get in touch to find out how to take part and raise money

May

Saturday 27 May 2023 - Brake Ball
Join us for an amazing evening of food, fun and raising money. We guarantee laughter, live music, fun and dancing. It's a fabulous opportunity to remember loved ones and celebrate Brake's vital work campaigning for safer journeys and supporting road victims.
Tickets now on sale - click here to find out more

Sunday 28 May 2023 - Edinburgh marathon, Half marathon and 10K
These fast-paced, flat routes are perfect for novices and experienced marathon runners alike. Minimum sponsorship applies.
We have places for all three runs - click here to find out more

June

6 to 18 June 2023 - Land's End to John O'Groats cycle*
Cycling the 1000 miles from Land’s End to John O’Groats is a classic challenge that many only dream of.
*Other dates are available.
Find out more about this epic challenge

July

Sunday 9 July 2023 - London 10K
Follow some of the route of the London Marathon, and pass many iconic landmarks. Minimum sponsorship applies.
Sign up for the London 10K

Sunday 23 July 2023 - Wing walk for Brake
Take to the skies with this unique, adrenaline-fuelled fundraiser.
Click here to find out more

August

Wednesday 16 August 2023 - Brake Golf Day
Fundraise on the fairway!
Click here to find out more

20–21 August - Climb Snowdon by night*
Standing on the summit of Snowdon in moonlight is an unforgettable experience. This fully guided event ends with a hearty breakfast with new-found friends. Minimum sponsorship applies. *Other dates are available.
Find out more about how to take part

September

Saturday 10 September 2022 - Walk the London Marathon
Join us as we trace a 26-mile route through London, taking in world-famous sights and less well-known corners. There is also a half-marathon option. Minimum sponsorship applies.
Find out more about how to take part

Sunday 10 September 2023 - AJ Bell Great North Run
This famous half-marathon, takes you from the centre of Newcastle, through Gateshead to the stunning coast at South Shields. Minimum sponsorship applies.
Sign up for the Great North Run

Throughout September - Parachute for Brake
If parachuting is on your bucket list, why not make 2023 the year to tick it off? Throughout September we have places available at airfields across the UK. It’s a fantastic way to do something spectacular in memory of a loved one.
Find out more and sign up

October

Sunday 15 October 2023 - AJ Bell Great South Run
With an incredible seaside start and finish, this route takes runners on a scenic journey through the historic naval city of Portsmouth. Minimum sponsorship applies.
Sign up for the Great South Run

November

19–25 November 2023 - Road Safety Week
Road Safety Week is the Brake's biggest annual road safety campaign. Why not run a fundraising event this week, as a fun way to promote road safety within your community. Sign up for Road Safety Week 2023 and you'll be one of the first to know what's happening and how you can get involved.
Register for Road Safety Week 2023

December

Christmas Fundraising. The time for giving. How could you help?
Get in touch to find out more