Running for Chance to Shine
Thank you for choosing to take part in the TCS London Marathon in support of Chance to Shine.
Every year, thousands of young people benefit from Chance to Shine’s programmes, helping them build confidence, develop life skills and experience the power of cricket. By accepting a charity place, you are helping us continue this work and make a lasting difference to young people across the UK.
These Terms & Conditions explain the commitments and responsibilities associated with a Chance to Shine charity place.
The TCS London Marathon is organised and delivered by London Marathon Events Ltd. Chance to Shine is not responsible for the organisation, operation or management of the event. All participants are required to comply with both these Terms & Conditions and any rules, policies or requirements set by London Marathon Events Ltd.
Your Charity Place
If your application is successful, you will be offered a Chance to Shine charity place in the Sunday TCS London Marathon event.
To secure your place you must:
- Pay a £250 registration fee within five working days of accepting your offer.
- Complete any registration requirements requested by Chance to Shine.
- Complete all participant registration requirements requested by London Marathon Events Ltd by the applicable deadlines.
Please note:
- The registration fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
- The registration fee does not count towards your fundraising total.
- Your place is personal to you and cannot be transferred to another individual.
- Charity places cannot be exchanged for another event or another marathon year other than through an approved deferral process.
Failure to complete the required registration processes may result in your place being withdrawn.
Fundraising Commitment
As a Chance to Shine charity place runner, you pledge to raise a minimum of £2,500 (excluding Gift Aid).
We ask all runners to actively fundraise throughout their marathon journey and aim to raise as much as possible beyond the minimum target.
To help you stay on track, we ask runners to achieve the following milestones:
- £800 raised by 29 January 2027
- £1,500 raised by 18 March 2027
All sponsorship income, including online and offline donations, should be paid to Chance to Shine no later than four weeks after the event.
By accepting a charity place, you acknowledge that Chance to Shine may withdraw your place if:
- There is insufficient progress towards your fundraising commitment.
- You are not actively engaging with your fundraising.
- We are unable to contact you after repeated attempts by phone, email or SMS.
- You fail to meet the obligations outlined in these Terms & Conditions.
Fundraising Standards
When fundraising for Chance to Shine, you agree to:
- Conduct all fundraising activities legally, safely and responsibly.
- Follow any fundraising guidance provided by Chance to Shine.
- Make it clear to supporters that you are fundraising on behalf of Chance to Shine.
- Avoid any activity that may damage or adversely affect the reputation of Chance to Shine.
- Ensure all sponsorship monies are passed to Chance to Shine within the required timeframe.
Should you withdraw from the event, any funds already raised will remain a donation to Chance to Shine and cannot be refunded.
For fundraising support or questions, please contact: events@chancetoshine.org
Registration Information and Privacy
To administer your participation in the event, certain information supplied as part of your application and registration process may be shared with London Marathon Events Ltd and their registration platform, (“Lets Do This).
This information is used to manage your event entry and provide participant communications and event information.
London Marathon Events Ltd and their platform (“Lets Do This) will process your information in accordance with their own privacy policies. This will be processed in accordance with their privacy policies. Please refer to the TCS London Marathon’s website for information about their privacy policy.
Any information provided to Chance to Shine will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Deferrals
We understand that circumstances can change and may impact your ability to take part. If you believe you may no longer be able to participate, please contact events@chancetoshine.org as soon as possible.
Deferral requests are considered individually and are not guaranteed.
A deferral may be offered where:
- You have raised at least £2,000 towards your fundraising commitment.
- You have not previously deferred a Chance to Shine London Marathon place.
A deferral is unlikely to be offered where:
- No fundraising activity has taken place.
- The request is made after key event deadlines have passed.
- You have previously deferred a charity place.
Where a deferral is approved:
- Your registration fee remains non-refundable.
- A new registration fee of £250 will be required for the deferred event.
- Funds already raised may be carried forward to a future event, subject to the circumstances of the deferral and at the discretion of Chance to Shine.
- Future fundraising targets may vary.
Participants who entered through the public ballot should contact London Marathon Events Ltd directly regarding their policies.
Health and Participation
Before registering, you should ensure that you are medically fit to undertake marathon training and participate in the event.
If you have any concerns about your health, we recommend consulting a medical professional before taking part.
By participating in the event, you acknowledge that:
- Marathon running is physically demanding and carries inherent risks.
- Participation is undertaken entirely at your own risk.
- You are responsible for following all training, safety and event guidance provided by London Marathon Events Ltd.
Chance to Shine accepts no responsibility for injuries, illness, loss or damage arising from participation in the event except where liability cannot legally be excluded.
If any circumstance arises that prevents you from participating, please notify Chance to Shine as soon as possible.
Photography and Media
As part of the event, photographs, video recordings, audio recordings and participant quotes may be captured and used by Chance to Shine for:
- Marketing and promotional activities
- Fundraising campaigns
- Social media content
- Website content
- Supporter communications
If you would prefer not to appear in Chance to Shine content, please contact events@chancetoshine.org before the event.
Please note that London Marathon Events Ltd, broadcasters and accredited media may also photograph and film participants. Their use of event imagery is governed by their own policies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about your place, fundraising target or marathon journey, please contact Chance to Shine Events Team on events@chancetoshine.org
Thank you for being part of Team Chance to Shine.
The money you raise will help provide more young people with opportunities to play, learn and develop through cricket. We look forward to supporting you every step of the way as you train for the TCS London Marathon.
