London Marathon

As a #TeamJRS runner you will receive:

• Regular e-mails containing fundraising advice and updates on our work.
• One-to-one support from our dedicated staff member.
• An awesome JRS UK running vest.
• A team of runners to connect with to form a community of support.
• Opportunity to come visit JRS UK and learn more about our work upon request.
• Fantastic cheering support and snacks along the course.

Still need convincing?

Read what previous runners have to say about the experience:

“Truly the crowd of well-wishers who stood in the cold and the rain were superb. I loved the singers, the bands, the drummers, you all helped it along. Placards made me laugh, my favourite was ‘Where’s everybody going?’ and ‘PAIN is just French for bread’.

The number of charities – over 1,700 – for which people were running to raise money was astonishing and very moving. I saw real dedication and heroism along the way. I reflected on this mass of humanity and thought: what wonderful people we have in our midst.” – Eileen

“I have so many feelings, I am so proud and happy that I am done! … thank you to the JRS team for being a wonderful support system and giving myself and others the opportunity to run for such an amazing cause!” – Natalia

“I’m excited about seeing my friends and family and other supporters from JRS along the course and also the atmosphere of everyone coming together for the race.” – Rhiannon

“Fundraising for JRS was something which meant a great deal to me … Thank you so much for your organisation, support on the day … You are a lovely team and welcoming team with a mission I respect so much. “ – Colm

“The atmosphere was electric. The crowds carried me. If someone is interested in doing it, I’d say it is a commitment and a sacrifice. You sacrifice a Saturday or Sunday for your long runs, but it is worth it! Maybe speak to me in four days, but right now it is worth it!” – Andrea

Where will the money I raise go?

All the money you raise will go directly towards supporting destitute refugees in the UK.

JRS UK provides food, clothing, and other essentials like mobile phone top-ups, nappies, and sanitary produces. We also provide accommodation, advice, and legal support to help people navigate the asylum system.

We serve refugees of all faiths and none from more than eighty countries, who are banned from working and unable to access government asylum support.

JRS UK relies upon the donations and fundraising efforts of our amazing supporters to continue accompanying refugees in an increasingly difficult environment.

Your £2,000 fundraising target could help us deliver:

• Food and toiletries for eight of our refugee friends for a whole year
• Vital legal advice to help people resolve their asylum case and secure the right to remain in the UK
• 400 hot meals at our social drop-in
• English classes to help people as they rebuild their lives in the UK