The Care Workers Charity trading as Care Workers Support

Virtual Race - The Everest Challenge 2024
2025-11-08 - 2025-11-18 | Virtual, anywhere in the World
This is the big one! Mount Everest is the highest point on earth and one of the biggest physical challenges a person can take on! Sitting 8,848m above sea level, the summit is a dome of snow with space for 6 people standing. You can follow in the footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary and climb to the top of Mount Everest.
So, can you climb the equivalent of Mount Everest in 12 weeks? In this challenge, you can go out to the hills on your daily exercise or simply tackle the stairs a couple of (hundred) times every day…..

Run Alton Towers
2025-11-15 - 2025-11-16 | Farley Ln, Alton, Stoke-on-Trent ST10 4DB, UK
Come and join us at Run Alton Towers Kids Race or the 5k, 10k & Half Marathon event at the UK’s largest theme park. You are guaranteed a great day out with theme park entry and access to all the rides included in your entry!!
Minimum Age for Kids Race: 1
Minimum Age for all other races: 15
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Winter Prize Draw 2025
2025-11-17 12:00 - 2025-12-12 17:00 (Europe/London)
Embrace winter magic with our enchanting prize draw!

About the Event
Get ready to be swept away by the spirit of winter as we unveil our dazzling Winter Prize Draw! We promise a magical experience filled with extraordinary prizes that will warm your heart. As we eagerly anticipate the festive season, mark your calendars for a chance to win incredible gifts that make winter truly special.

Event Details
Duration: 17th November 2025 – 12th December 2025
Location: Across the UK

How it Works
Celebrate the festive season with a chance to win incredible prizes in our Christmas Prize Draw!
In 2024, thanks to the festive generosity of some of our amazing sponsors we had loads of great prizes to win including:

£150 Picture Framing Voucher
Fortnum and Mason Thank You Hamper
£50 Amazon Voucher
Lions Rugby Shirt
12 bottles of Virgin Wine
£250 Estate Planning Voucher
At home hot chocolate maker by Hotel Chocolate
Personal life coaching or mindfulness sessions

NB: Prizes will be sent directly from the sponsors. We will put winners in contact with prize sponsors to arrange delivery.
Keep an eye on this page for what you might win this year!
All funds raised will support care workers who do so much for our community.
The CWC is dedicated to supporting care workers by providing financial and wellbeing support to these incredible frontline workers. By entering this prize draw you will help fund

Crisis Grants to provide immediate assistance to care workers in need
Free counseling sessions for care workers
Fully funded Mental Health First Aider (MHFA) Training to equip care workers with the skills and qualifications to support their colleagues.
Advocating for change within the care industry. Our goal is a future where care workers receive fair wages, access to comprehensive training and career development, and the professional and social recognition they deserve.

“It’s really reassuring that carers have got somewhere looking out for them” Grant recipient
Get Involved
The draw will be hosted on Crowdfunder and will be open from 12 noon on 17th November 2025 to 12noon on 12th December 2025 and we are aiming to raise £2000. You will be able to purchase a single ticket for £5, 5 tickets for £20 or 15 tickets for £50.
Enter the Prize Draw here! (draw opens on 17th November 2025)
If you are interested in donating a prize or sponsoring the draw, please email fundraising@thecwc.org.uk.
Download the Winter Prize Draw poster here
Download the Winter Prize Draw flyer here
Prepare to be part of a winter celebration like no other and make this season truly unforgettable!

Terms & Conditions

Entry is open to all UK residents over the age of 18. Please note prizes can only be sent to UK addresses. Only entrys with valid contact details can win. If we are unable to contact a winner or otherwise send their prize out another winner will be chosen at random.

You can enter via Crowdfunder £5 for one entry, £20 for 5 entries or £50 for 15. You may enter as many times as you like.
All entrants will only be eligible to win one prize.
You can also do a FREE ENTRY by sending a postcard with CWC PRIZE DRAW and your name, address, mobile number and email address to CWC PRIZE DRAW, 1 Anson Close, Daventry, Northamptonshire NN11 4TJ. Please note that your postcard MUST be received at this address by no later than 5pm on 21/11/2025
The Care Workers’ Charity is running this Prize Draw. Charity no. 1132286 and SC048051
The Prize Draw will open at 12 noon on 17/11/2025 and close 12noon 12/12/2025
One winner will be selected for each prize.
The winners will be chosen at random via a live prize draw. The winner’s name will be available at time of prize draw and published on The Care Workers’ Charity social media accounts and website
Prizes will be sent directly from the sponsors. We will put winners in contacts with prize sponsors to arrange delivery. Winners will be contacted via the donating party, and prizes sent to UK addresses.
Following the closing date, the winner will be chosen at random and contacted before 19/12/2025. They will be contacted by email on how to claim their prize. If the winner does not respond by 9th January 2026, the next winner will be chosen at random and emailed within 1 week.
Personal data for the draw will be handled in line with our privacy policy available to view on our website event page.

Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about our winter prize draw? Check out our FAQ Page for more information.

Contact Us
For any inquiries or additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact us at fundraising@thecwc.org.uk

Virtual Santa Dash - 2025
2025-12-01 - 2025-12-31 | Virtual, anywhere in the World
Virtual Santa Dash – The Virtual Santa Dash is brought to you by the Virtual Marathon Series and is a fun 5K run to be done with friends and family or competitively on your own. Take this 5K challenge on anytime between now and the 25th of December. Do it in your running gear alone or dressed as Christmas elves with the family! Earn the official Santa Dash Medal and goodie bag. Simply register to the event below and we will give you access to the Virtual Marathon Series runners portal where you can submit your evidence before or on the big day.

Finish Strong Month: End the Year by Supporting Care Workers
2025-12-01 - 2025-12-31
As the year comes to a close, December is the perfect time to reflect on the compassion and dedication care workers have shown throughout the year. That’s why we’re making December Finish Strong Month—a campaign to rally support for care workers and help them feel appreciated and valued during the festive season.
How You Can Finish Strong This December

Enter the Winter Prize Draw
This festive season, you could win big while making a difference! By entering our Winter Prize Draw, you’ll be supporting care workers in need. Every ticket purchased helps fund emergency grants, mental health support, and advocacy for care workers across the UK.

Host a Festive Fundraiser
Bring your community together with a holiday-themed event. From Christmas jumper days to bake sales or even a festive quiz night, there are countless ways to spread cheer and raise vital funds.
Spread the Word
Help us amplify the message by sharing our campaign on social media or encouraging others to participate. Together, we can make a huge impact for care workers this December.

Why Your Support Matters
Care workers are the backbone of our communities, often sacrificing their own well-being to care for others. With your help, The Care Workers’ Charity can continue to provide financial aid, mental health resources, and advocacy for these everyday heroes.
Let’s end the year with generosity, gratitude, and a commitment to care.

Santa in the City London
2025-12-04 - 2025-12-14 | Paternoster square
Your Santa Run will begin at 7:00 pm the 4.5km route starting in Paternoster Square just by the majestic St Paul’s Cathedral. You will then run along the North bank where there will be fantastic river views, before crossing the Thames via Southwark bridge.
The route will then take you along the Thames path past Shakespeare’s Globe and then heading towards Tate Modern, where you will cross the river once again, this time over the millenium bridge. You will be able to enjoy breathtaking views of the beautifully lit St Paul’s Cathedral, before finally returning to Paternoster Square, completing a truly iconic route!
No previous experience is needed for a run like this. The route is 4.5km, relatively flat and you can run, jog or walk. Santa in the City is a great way to get you into the festive spirit!
Please note that you will need to collect your Santa Suit on the day from 8.30 am from our collection point, Paternoster Square, City of London.

London Marathon 2026 x The Care Workers' Charity
2026-04-26 | London
Run for Care: Win a Place in the 2026 London Marathon!
Have you ever dreamed of running the London Marathon? This is your chance — not just to take part in one of the world’s greatest races, but to do it with purpose.
The Care Workers’ Charity is giving away ONE exclusive ballot place for the 2026 London Marathon on Sunday 26th April 2026 — and we’re looking for someone whose story shines a light on the care sector. #TeamCWC
What’s the Campaign About?
Every day, care workers across the UK support our loved ones, our communities, and each other — often in silence. Now, we want to give one person the chance to run in their honour, share their story, and become a powerful voice for the sector.
We’re calling it: Run for Care: One Spot. One Story. One Marathon.
Whether you’re a supporter, a care worker, have been cared for, or simply believe in the power of care — this place could be yours.
How to Enter
Tell us your story. We want to hear from you, with a written story below and a video (max 2 minutes).
Your story should answer all the questions in the form below and include:

Why do you want to run the London Marathon for care workers?
What’s your personal connection to care?

Upload your entry via our simple form below. Entries close on Monday 21st July.
What the Winner Receives

A guaranteed place in the 2026 London Marathon
A CWC branded running vest
A fundraising support pack to help you smash your goals
Promotion of your story across our social channels and website
A chance to be the face of our 2026 fundraising efforts

Why It Matters
By running for The Care Workers’ Charity, you’re not just taking on 26.2 miles — you’re standing up for the hundreds of thousands of care workers who go above and beyond every day. Every step you take, every pound you raise, helps us continue our work supporting care workers in crisis.
Key Dates

Entries open: Monday 16th June
Deadline to enter: Monday 21st July
Winner announced: Monday 28th July

Register Now

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Event Terms and Conditions

Physical Fitness: Participants should confirm they are in good physical health. Anyone with heart conditions, mobility issues, or other medical concerns should not take part without consulting a doctor.
Eligibility: Participants must be over the age of 18 and be able to travel to London to take part in the event. Only one entry is permitted by person. The competition is not open to CWC employees, trustees, or immediate family members.
Entry Requirements: All entries must be submitted in full by the official form to be considered and we reserve the right to discount your application if you do not submit a video.
Selection & Winner Announcement: A panel appointed by CWC will review entries and select a shortlist based on emotional impact, relevance to the care sector, and fundraising potential. The final winner will be chosen by the panel or a public vote, depending on campaign structure.
Winner Commitment: The selected winner must create their fundraising page within 14 days of the winner being annouced and commit to raising a minimum of £2,500 for the charity. You will have to raise 60% no later than 2 months before the event and the remaining 40% by 1 month after the event.
Cancellations & Reallocation: The prize is non-transferable and may not be exchanged for cash or another event place. If the winner is unable to participate, CWC reserves the right to reallocate the place to another entrant. In the event the London Marathon is postponed, cancelled, or rescheduled, the prize will follow the organiser’s terms, and CWC accepts no liability for changes beyond its control.
Media & Promotion: By entering, participants grant CWC the right to use their submitted story, name, photo, video and marathon experience in social media, press, and promotional materials.

Please contact fundraising@thecwc.org.uk if you have any questions.
