SickKids Challengers

Be a SickKids Challenger

Grit, determination, stamina – you've got what it takes to achieve any goal you set yourself. At SickKids, our goal is to heal the future. Join your goal to ours, and fundraise as a SickKids Challenger. A healthier future for every kid? Challenge accepted.

Become a SickKids Challenger in one of two ways!

Several races around the GTA give runners the opportunity to select SickKids as their charity of choice when they register. Current races include:

• Bumrun (April – 5K)
• Toronto Marathon (May – Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10K, 5K)
• Constantine Yorkville Run (September – 5K)
• Art In Motion (October – 10K, 5K)
• TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon (October – Marathon, Half-Marathon, 5K)

Do a Personal Challenge
Choose your own challenge! You could run, row, ride, swim, or play while raising funds for SickKids. Just define your goal then create your fundraising page on SickKids GoFundraise Platform.

Why Become A SickKids Challenger?

1. You Help SickKids Heal the Future
By becoming a SickKids Challenger, you join a movement dedicated to improving child health. Your fundraising directly supports SickKids mission to heal the future. Every dollar raised helps SickKids push the boundaries of medicine and research, making a real difference in the lives of patients.

2. You Challenge Yourself and Inspire Others
Grit, determination, and stamina are at the heart of the Challenger spirit. Whether you participate in a race or take on a personal challenge, you’re not just fundraising – you’re setting and achieving goals that inspire others to do the same. Your commitment motivates friends, family, and the broader community to get involved, amplifying the impact.

3. You Join a Supportive, Celebratory Community
SickKids Challengers are part of a vibrant, supportive network. You’ll receive encouragement through newsletters, recognition for your achievements, and access to resources that help you maximize your fundraising.