We are excited that you are interested in joining the Mental Health Foundation’s 2027 London Marathon team. Before you accept a place with us, you must read and agree to the terms and conditions below.
Money raised for the Mental Health Foundation, through the London Marathon, is used to help tackle the root causes of mental health problems before they start, instead of waiting to treat the symptoms. Together, we can help fight for a society with good mental health for all, where people and communities can thrive.
If you have any questions, please contact the Mental Health Foundation’s events team at: events@mentalhealth.org.uk .
General
You understand that the Mental Health Foundation is the legal and sole owner of the place and reserves the right to withdraw or defer your place.
You understand that you must agree to these terms and conditions to participate.
You understand that you must agree to the terms and conditions as set out by TCS London Marathon events.
You understand that you cannot swap, sell or transfer your charity place in the TCS London Marathon or allow anyone else to run on your behalf.
You understand that the event is not organised by the Mental Health Foundation, but by TCS London Marathon events.
Registration
You agree to pay a non-refundable and non-transferable registration fee of £100 within 10 days of accepting a place with us, to secure your spot in the team.
You understand that your registration data will be shared with the TCS London Marathon and their entry platform (‘Let’s do This’).
You understand that you must register directly with TCS London Marathon Events by the deadline provided to take part in the event.
Fundraising
You agree to raise a minimum sponsorship of £2,500 for the Mental Health Foundation, and agree to meet the following fundraising milestones:
- 25% of fundraising target (£625) by 1 January 2027
- 50% of fundraising target (£1250) by 1 March 2027
- 75% of fundraising target (£1875) by 1 April 2027
If these fundraising milestones are not met, it is at the charities discretion to withdraw your place from the event.
If your place on the team has been accepted after 1 January 2027, the charity will advise you on different fundraising milestones.
You agree to remit all sponsorship money by 15 May 2027.
You understand that the place has cost the Mental Health Foundation at least £500 and that you are honour-bound to deliver the pledged amount whether from sponsorship or from your own resources in the event of a shortfall.
You agree to raise funds solely for the Mental Health Foundation. Money raised cannot be shared with any other cause.
You understand that any Gift Aid is not included in your minimum sponsorship.
You understand that any donations you have previously made to the Mental Health Foundation cannot be included in your minimum sponsorship.
You agree to set up an online fundraising page using Enthuse or JustGiving.
You understand that the Mental Health Foundation is not legally required to refund donations once they are accepted, even if you fail to take part in or withdraw from the event except in exceptional circumstances, and with approval from the charities Board of Trustees.
Deferrals
You understand that all deferrals are at the Mental Health Foundation’s absolute discretion and are not guaranteed.
You understand the Mental Health Foundation reserves the right to refuse a deferral.
If you are unable to take part in the TCS London Marathon, you must let the Mental Health Foundation’s event team know as soon as possible.
To request a deferral, you understand that you must meet the following criteria:
- This is the first time you have deferred entry for the TCS London Marathon.
- You have raised at least 50% (£1250) of target by 1 March 2027, or 75% (£1875) by 1 April 2027.
Age
You confirm that you will be at least 18 years old on the day of the TCS London Marathon.
Safety and fitness
You confirm that you are medically and physically fit and understand that you take part in the TCS London Marathon at your own risk.
You understand that the Mental Health Foundation will not be held responsible for any injury or illness as a result of training or taking part in this event.
Photography
Please note that photography and/or filming may take place at this event. This means images or video footage of you taking part in the event may be captured.
The Mental Health Foundation may use these photos or videos in future communications and marketing activities to support our events and fundraising. This can include both digital and printed materials and may be used for up to five years. In some cases, we may also share selected images with fundraising or corporate partners to help promote our work and fundraising in support of the Mental Health Foundation.
The event organisers may also photograph or film participants and use these for their own promotional purposes.
If you do not wish to be in any photos or videos captured or shared by the Mental Health Foundation, please let our events team know by contacting events@mentalhealth.org.uk .
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