Join Team 200 in the biggest Purple Wave yet – and get that finish line feeling!
Date: Sunday, 26 May 2024
Location: Greater Manchester
Want to challenge yourself in 2024? It’s The University of Manchester’s 200th anniversary. And we’re planning the biggest and best Purple Wave the city has ever seen.
That’s why we need you. Join thousands of university students, staff, alumni, and friends as part of Team 200, and make this year’s Purple Wave one to remember. On Sunday, 26 May you’ll head to the start line of the Great Manchester Run together – all wearing your special purple running shirts to create our distinctive ‘wave’ of purple.
Take on a 10K or half marathon challenge for free as a Purple Wave fundraiser and feel the warmth of the crowds cheering you on as you pound the pavements of Manchester. This year Team 200 aims to raise £18,240, in a nod to our founding year of 1,824.
Every penny you raise will help the very best researchers bring us closer to solving our world’s biggest challenges. From cancer to stroke, climate change to global inequality – your Purple Wave challenge will help Manchester experts find the answers faster.
So take your first step towards the start line by signing up today...
3, 2, 1, GO!
Book your free fundraising ticket
Secure your place in either the 10K or half marathon event today by entering the Purple Wave with a free 'Fundraiser' ticket type.
If you're a member of staff, an alum, or another friend of the University then please choose 'Public' when prompted.
Set up your fundraising page
It's quick and easy to begin fundraising to support Manchester's life-changing research. Simply follow the link below to start fundraising.
If you reach (or surpass!) your minimum fundraising target, then your Purple Wave registration fee will be free to you.
Start sharing on social media
Sharing your fundraising page on social media will help you raise more money. So let people know about your Purple Wave challenge.
JustGiving has loads of inspirational ideas and tips to help you with your fundraising. Start by sharing your page with the world.
Getting started with your fundraising
Simply click the orange 'Start fundraising' button on this page after you've signed up for the Purple Wave 2024 with your free fundraising ticket. If you reach (or surpass!) your minimum fundraising target, we'll cover your Purple Wave registration fee.
Minimum fundraising targets are:
10K – £60
Half marathon – £100
You'll need to have raised this before Tuesday, 7 May 2024 and we'll support you every step of the way. If, for whatever reason, you don't reach your minimum fundraising target, please don't panic! You'll still be able to take part in the Purple Wave – you'll simply be invited to purchase your ticket yourself instead.
We will be incredibly grateful for anything you're able to raise to support Manchester's life-changing research. But don't forget that minimum fundraising targets are just that – a minimum. Every single penny raised will make a big difference.
Keep in touch
It's quick and easy to begin fundraising to support Manchester's life-changing research. If you need to talk through your fundraising, or have any questions, just email us at supporters@manchester.ac.uk – we’ll be delighted to hear from you and happy to help.
You can find out more about Manchester's research on our website. And you can also follow our progress X (formerly known as Twitter), Facebook and Instagram.
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