If you’re passionate about supporting the vital role that awareness, prevention and early detection plays in combatting the UK’s most common cancer - you’ve come to the right place! Every ray of help counts and with your support we truly can make a difference and save lives!
Whether you’re passionate about skin cancer prevention, have been touched by it personally, or just want to spread awareness about early detection, you can make a difference—and have a blast doing it! Fundraising doesn’t have to be boring or difficult. In fact, it can be one of the most fun and rewarding things you do this year. From casual bake-offs to epic challenges, there are countless ways you can fundraise to support our work and raise vital awareness of skin cancer prevention and early detection among friends, family, colleagues and communities. Every ray of help counts! Whether you’re going big or starting small, your efforts matter—and they just might save a life. So pick an idea, rally your crew, and let’s get fundraising for a sun-safe future!
If you are stuck for ideas, we’ve provided you with some inspiration and broken them down into three levels to whet your appetite and help you find the perfect fit. Whether you want to keep it simple or go all out, we’ve got you covered!
Looking for a challenge – to test yourself, to get in shape, or bond with friends on a weekend adventure? If so, an Ultra Challenge is for you! Walk, jog, or run the best of Britain with a choice of 20 amazing events in breath-taking locations – with distance options to suit everyone, all done at your own pace!
Why not rally up some friends to create a team and take part in an epic weekend adventure in support of skin cancer awareness! Whether along stunning coastlines, or trails through wonderful countryside, your Ultra Challenge will be unforgettable. There are marquee rest stops, lots of food & drink, medical & massage teams, a fully signed route to guide you and a big finish-line celebration, with an amazing sense of achievement!
Check out the 2026 series of Ultra Challenges below to find your perfect challenge, then simply register to take part ensuring you select SKCIN as your chosen charity! Please note there are different registration fees and associated fundraising targets for the different events. If you need any assistance, we are happy to help – please get in touch.
Skcin have limited charity places available for the following running events!
We’d love you to fundraise for us – please get in touch today to secure your place.
Manchester’s original and best-loved running event – a party from start to finish with a high-energy soundtrack, live music and entertainment zones at every turn!
Event date: 31st May 2026
Registration deadline: 3rd April 2026
Distance: 10K or half marathon
To secure your place: contact Skcin
An bucket list running event with an incredible Geordie welcome and awesome entertainment. This is an epic course with a finish line party like no other!
Event date: 13th September 2026
Registration deadline: 13th July 2026
Distance: Half marathon – 13.1 miles
To secure your place: contact Skcin
An iconic running event passing famous landmarks and four of London’s Royal Parks – Hyde Park, The Green Park, St James’s Park and Kensington Gardens.
Event date: 11th October 2026
Registration deadline: 13th August 2026
Distance: Half marathon – 13.1 miles
To secure your place: contact Skcin
The 100 Miles in May challenge is annual fundraiser held during the month of May to raise vital funds and awareness during Skin Cancer Awareness month and we would love you to join us! Skcin are proud to be working with Melanoma Focus for our sixth consecutive year with all funds raised shared equally between both charities.
Take on your own 100 Miles in May challenge whenever or wherever you like between 1st May and 31st May 2026. You decide how to complete it – run, cycle, walk the dog, jump on a static bike, use a rowing machine, choose a treadmill or do laps of the garden – the choice is yours.
You can take part as an individual or in a group. Registration is free, you receive a T-shirt, a goodie bag, supportive assets and full support from both charities – all we ask is that each participant raises a minimum of £100.
Registrations open on the 16th February 2026.
Once you have decided embark on your fundraiser journey – we are here to support you, every step of the way. Please start by registering your fundraiser with us and using the advice, tips and supportive resources below to help you. If you can’t find what you are looking for, we are more than happy to help – please email: louise.tucker@skcin.org
Please feel free to download our supportive fundraising assets to help you promote your challenge or event and gain sponsorships. Each poster set comes with supportive social media graphics sized for the various platforms.
If you are taking part in a physical challenge or want to don a Skcin branded shirt at your fundraising event – when you register your event with us and provide your address you can select the shirt size you require and we will send one to you.
If you are looking for awareness and educational resources to support your fundraising efforts, our comprehensive range of digital and printed resources are available to support friends, family, colleagues and the general public in taking charge of their skin health and surveillance.
