Yorkshire Marathon | Cats Protection

How much do I have to raise?

For this challenge there is a registration fee of £25 and we ask for a minimum sponsorship commitment of £250.

This amount could fund a week of running our Paws to Listen service, a phone line that takes calls from people who are struggling to cope with the loss of their cat.

Already got your own ballot place?

Join our team of Cat Champions to get a Cats Protection running vest and then simply set up a fundraising page and raise whatever you can to help the cats and kittens.

I'll do it for the cats

How we'll support you with your challenge

We'll be with you every step of the way, from sign-up to the finish line! When you join Team Cats, you’ll get a first-class experience including:

dedicated support from our Events team, who will answer any questions and offer personalised fundraising advice

a jam-packed Fundraising Handbook containing downloadable resources, tips, advice and inspiring stories from previous Cat Champions!

branded technical vest or t-shirt to wear with pride during training and on race day

access to our community of Cat Champions, where you’ll connect with other cat lovers, exchange training and fundraising ideas and advice, and share your cutest cat photos!

stories about the cats you’re helping, and even the chance to visit your local Cats Protection, to see firsthand the impact your fundraising will make

How we're helping cats in your community

We help an estimated 157,000 cats and kittens a year through our national network which includes around 185 volunteer teams and 32 cat centres. We also provide an array of cat care information and support, promote the benefits of neutering, and seek to educate people of all ages about cats and their care.

You're able to nominate any local Cats Protection to receive 100% of the money you raise from your challenge, helping the cats in your chosen area.

 Find your local Cats Protection here