Running The London Marathon For Samaritan’s Purse

Applications to run in 2026 are currently open and will close on Monday the 30th of June, 2025.

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Each year, runners from across the globe take on the challenge of the London Marathon in order to raise funds for the international projects of Samarian’s Purse. Thousands of pounds have been raised for Medical Ministries, Operation Christmas Child, International Crisis Response, Women at Risk projects and other causes by dedicated runners who enter with Samaritan’s Purse. If you feel you could take up that challenge then we encourage you to apply!

The successful applicant will receive a guaranteed place in the 2026 London Marathon, a branded running vest or top and support in the ‘run’ up to the event. Each successful applicant will commit to raising a minimum of £2,500 towards their chosen Samaritan’s Purse project, and if travelling to the race from the U.K or abroad will be responsible for funding their own travel and accommodation.

We recognise that the challenge of running a marathon is a daunting one, therefore applicants will have an active Christian faith and be engaged in a local church community that will be a support for them throughout the challenging training leading up to the marathon, and help them in fundraising process.

For any further questions, please contact DonorMinistries@samaritans-purse.org.uk

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