Own Place Challenge

About the event

Do you have a place in an organized event as a runner, swimmer, cyclist or walker?  Whatever challenge you have chosen, we would love to have you join our team of lifesavers!

It is always an inspiring and humbling experience to see the fantastic ways in which our supporters go above and beyond to make sure London’s Air Ambulance Charity can continue to be there when we are needed the most. 

When London calls every second counts for our teams and our patients. We know that getting to a critically injured patient as quickly as possible is vital to give them the best chance of survival.  For 32 years we have been there, flying all across London to provide life-saving care at the scene.

How to register

To register simply click Join our Team above, it is free to register. Set up a London's Air Ambulance Charity fundraising page on our very own platform. Personalise your page with your fundraising target, photos and post updates on your training.

As part of the team

We will be with you every step of the way. All our participants receive the following as part of their commitment to fundraise for London's Air Ambulance:

  • Fundraising pack full of hints and tips to help smash your target
  • A complimentary London's Air Ambulance Charity top when you raise over £50
  • A dedicated support team, providing tailored advice and guidance

Fundraiser's Story

On the 10th September 2016 my brother Russell was attacked. The London’s Air Ambulance rushed to the scene and stabilised him, allowing him to be transferred to The Royal London Hospital where surgeons battled to save him for 11 hours before he tragically succumbed to his injuries. He was just 26.

I wanted to do things that challenged and excited me, so I chose to do a skydive in 2018, raising just over £2,000, which was amazing. I then took part in the Spartan 5k before deciding to do a wing-walk in 2020.

My advice to anyone thinking of fundraising for London’s Air Ambulance Charity is just ‘do it’! Do something you enjoy or excites you or challenges you – and do it for a charity that is there for all of us when we need them the most.

FAQ's

How much is the registration fee?

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It is free to register and set up a fundraising page

What is the minimum sponsorship?

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There is no minimum sponsorship, you can set your own target.

Can I take part as a team?

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Yes, you can set up a team fundraising page with your teammate(s). 

How do I register?

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You can register by clicking on the Join the team button on this page.

What website should I use to set up an online giving page?

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We have our own fundraising pages, you will be able to set up your page when you have competed registration. 

Do I get a London's Air Ambulance Charity top to wear on the day?

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When you raise over £50 we will send you a London's Air Ambulance top to wear on the big day

How do I get my workplace to support me?

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There are loads of ways your work can support your fundraising, here are a few ideas: there are loads of ways your work can support your fundraising, here are a few ideas:

  1. Match funding- some workplaces offer match funding where they match up to a certain amount of what you raise for example if you raise £500 they will match it and give you £500 making your fundraising total £1,000
  2. Add your online giving page to your work email signature
  3. Hold a bake sale, lunchtime activity or after work quiz
  4. Guess your finish time- £2 to guess a time, winner wins a prize or a % of the money from the game or a prize that has been donated to you.

What happens if I get injured or can no longer take part in the event?

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If you are no longer able to take part please email events@londonsairambulance.org.uk You should also contact the event organiser to make them aware. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can discuss what we can do to help.

If I have a question what is the best contact details for the Events team?

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We know how much personal effort goes into arranging or taking part in a fundraising event, so we want to help you ensure the maximum return for your hard work. Our team is on hand to offer advice and support. Contact our Events team by calling 020 3023 3303 or emailing events@londonsairambulance.org.uk