Run for change: Join the big sponsored run and help The Big Trust make a bigger impact!

At The Big Trust, we're on a mission to create real opportunity, dignity, and hope for people who face barriers to employment. Every day, we work with individuals who are determined to build a better future - people coming out of prison, parents juggling multiple responsibilities, young people without direction, and many others who just need a chance.

But we cant do this alone. That's why we're asking YOU - our supporters, business partners, and community champions - to join us for something special.

Introducing: The Big Sponsored Run

We're calling on runners, walkers, sprinters, and strollers to take part in The Big Sponsored run - a flexible, fun, and rewarding way to raise vital funds for our work. Whether you're an experienced marathoner or a casual jogger, this is your chance to take a stand for social change with every step.

Why your miles matter

When you take part in The Big Sponsored run, you're not just raising money - you're opening doors for people who might otherwise be left behind. Every pound you raise helps us:

• Deliver employability programmes that build confidence, skills, and resilience.

• Support people into meaningful, long-term employment

• Provide mentoring and personal development for individuals with complex needs

• Work with employers to create inclusive workplaces and second-chance opportunities.

By running for The Big Trust, you're helping someone rewrite their story - and that's a powerful thing.

How it works

We've made it simple, flexible, and fun - so anyone can get involved.

Step 1: Choose your challenge

Pick your distance:

• 5k fun run

• 10k challenge

• Half marathon

• Or set your own creative goal (e.g. 100k in a month!)

Run solo, with friends, or rally your whole workplace. You can run in a local park, take on a trail route, or even complete it on a treadmill - it's your run, your way.

Step 2: Register and fundraise

Sign up via our website www.thebigtrust.org and we'll send you your Big sponsored run fundraising pack, filled with everything you need to get started. Then set up your fundraising page and share it with family, friends, colleagues - everyone who wants to support your effort.

Step 3: Get your workplace involved

We're especially calling on businesses and corporate partners to take part. Why not enter a team from your office or company? Get competitive with a staff leader board, or run for a shared target. We'll provide support to help engage your employees and make you run a team - building moment with real social impact.

Step 4: Run, share, celebrate

Track your progress, post your journey online, and tag us using #runforthebigtrust. Share your training updates, your race-day photos, and the personal stories behind why you run. We'll be spotlighting runners and teams on our social media and website.

What you'll receive

• A digital Big Trust race bib to print and wear on your run

• A personalised fundraising toolkit with ideas, graphics and top tips.

• A certificate of achievement to proudly share at the finish line

• Recognition on our website and social media.

• The knowledge that you've helped someone take their next big step toward employment and independence.

A special call to businesses

We believe in the power of businesses to be forces for good. By joining this initiative, your organisation will be actively supporting social mobility, reducing inequality, and helping create a more inclusive workforce.

Ready to get started?

Whether you're aiming for personal best or just want to make a difference, The Big Sponsored run is your chance to be part of something bigger.

Sign up today and run with purpose - www.thebigtrust.org

Any questions? Reach us at - info@thebigtrust.org

Let's turn miles into milestones. Let's run for inclusion, opportunity, and change. Let's run for The Big Trust.