Fundraising events and challenges
Fundraising for Dentaid The Dental Charity is a fantastic way to make a difference while taking on a rewarding challenge.
Whether you prefer high-energy activities like sponsored runs, swims, and hikes or something more relaxed like cake sales and social events, there are plenty of ways to get involved. We welcome support from individuals and dental practices alike and are always happy to help with ideas and advice. If you have any questions or need any guidance, please email our fundraising team fundraising@dentaid.org.
What's going on in 2026?
Dentistry's Big Community Challenge - Walk Your Way
Sunday 24th May - Tuesday 30th June 2026
Dentistry’s Big Community Challenge invites you to “Walk Your Way” this June in support of Dentaid The Dental Charity.
Walk Your Way is a flexible virtual challenge, giving you the freedom to choose how far you go to fundraise. Chose a distance you feel capable of achieving, walk 25km in a day, hit 100km in June or set your own goal.
Take part on your own or as a team and connect with others by walking or running between dental practices, offices, labs and suppliers joining in the spirit of the Big Community Challenge!
Event details:
- Date: Anytime from Sunday 24th May - Tuesday 30th June 2026
- Cost: Free! Here's the fundraising page set up guide
Take the leap for Dentaid!
Sunday 13th September 2026
If you love adrenaline, why not take to the skies for Dentaid? This year you can experience a tandem skydive from 10,000ft or go even higher with a whooping 15,000ft jump. The event will take place on Sunday 13 September at Go Skydive, Old Sarum Airfield, near Salisbury.
If you would prefer to choose your own date or live too far away but would still like to get involved, please get in touch and we can explore alternative dates or locations closer to home. If you have any questions or need support with your fundraising, please email fundraising@dentaid.org.
Event details:
- Date: 13th September 2026
- Cost: £60 deposit plus a fundraising target of £450 raised on JustGiving
- Location: Old Sarum Airfield, Old Sarum, Salisbury, SP46 DZ4
2027 London Marathon
Sunday 25th April 2027
Join Dentaid The Dental Charity at the world’s most iconic marathon.
Take on the challenge of a lifetime as part of the Dentaid The Dental Charity team at the TCS London Marathon 2027. Run 26.2 miles through the heart of London, passing some of the city’s most iconic landmarks before crossing the famous finish line on The Mall. Every step you take will help change lives through dental care.
Applications for Dentaid charity places will close on 31 July 2026 and successful applicants will be notified in early August 2026.
Event details:
- Date: Sun 25th April 2027
- Cost: £100 deposit plus a fundraising target of £2.500.
- Location: Central London
"The Big One" abseil challenge
Multiple dates
Experience an adrenaline rush and take on "The Big One" 150ft abseil down the smooth rock face of Uphill Quarry all in support of Dentaid. With unmissable views of the nature reserve and the 12th Century Chapel at the top of the cliff, there is no better reason to experience life on the edge!
Instructors will set everything up and you will be kitted out with a harness, helmet and rock shoes. Weather permitting, the abseil can be arranged any day that suits you between April and October. To explore dates or if you have any questions email us at fundraising@dentaid.org.
Event details:
- Date: A date that suits you April – October
- Cost: £50 deposit plus a fundraising target of £200 raised on JustGiving
- Location: Uphill Quarry, Weston-Super-Mare
Walk, Jog or Run for Dentaid in 2026
Multiple dates
Push your limits and raise money for Dentaid The Dental Charity. From the Isle of Wight to the Lake District, there are distance options to suit all abilities, whether you want to walk, jog, or run at your own pace. Whatever challenge you choose, you’ll be making a real difference.
Deposits and fundraising targets differ based on the challenge selected. If you have any questions or need support with your fundraising, please email fundraising@dentaid.org
How to sign up:
- Choose an event on the Ultra Challenge website
- Select option 4, Own Place Charity Fundraising
- Click Sign Up Now and select your desired challenge length
- When registering at the Choose Your Charity dropdown select Dentaid The Dental Charity
Getting started with
One of the best ways to kickstart your efforts is by setting up an online giving page. Click here to get started and and make sure you select Dentaid The Dental Charity as your chosen cause.
Take part in a charity run
London Landmarks Half Marathon
4 Apr 2027
Royal Parks Half Marathon
11 Oct 2026
Manchester Marathon
18 Apr 2027
Hackney Half
Date
16 May 2027
Cardiff Half Marathon
4 Oct 2026
Brighton Marathon
Date
4 Apr 2027
Bath Half
Date
14 Mar 2027
Manchester Half Marathon
4 Oct 2026
Edinburgh Marathon
30 May 2027
Oxford Half Marathon
11 Oct 2026
Yorkshire Marathon
18 Oct 2026
Amsterdam Half Marathon
18 Oct 2026