What does Impact Marathon do?

Impact Marathon is a global movement that combines the power of running with grass roots social change. They organise multi-day marathon experiences in countries like Nepal, Malawi, Guatemala, and Kenya - not just as athletic events, but as immersive, purpose-driven journeys.

Each Impact Marathon experience brings together runners from around the world to:

Engage with Local Communities

Before race day, participants spend several days on the ground working alongside local NGOs and community members. Whether it's building water systems, supporting education programs, or tackling environmental challenges, runners get a first hand look at the causes they're supporting.

Run for a Purpose

The race itself is physically and emotionally powerful—often set on breathtaking but challenging terrain that symbolises the journey of creating change. Each step runners take directly supports local impact projects.

Fundraise for Local Causes

Every participant commits to fundraising for vetted non-profit partners. The funds are channeled directly into the communities they visit, allowing runners to see the exact impact of their contributions in real time.

Build a Global Community of Changemakers

Beyond the race, Impact Marathon fosters a global network of people who are passionate about social justice, sustainability, and personal transformation. It’s not just about running - it’s about mobilising empathy into action.

Impact Marathon re-imagines what a ‘charity race’ can be. It’s not about running a few miles and going home - it’s a transformational experience for participants and a direct, long-term benefit for communities.

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So where does GivingWorks come in?

GivingWorks has enabled Impact Marathon to set up and manage their charitable foundation without the burden of administration and reporting. By operating under the GivingWorks umbrella, Impact Marathon gained access to a fully compliant infrastructure for fundraising, donation processing, and grant distribution. 

Our team handles the financial side, gift-aid and reporting, allowing the Impact team to focus on running transformative events and directing funds to grass roots projects around the world. 

GivingWorks makes it simple, transparent, and efficient for them to manage their philanthropic mission at scale.

Finishing Thoughts

The partnership between GivingWorks and Impact Marathon demonstrates how the right infrastructure can unlock the full potential of a purpose-driven organisation. By removing the barriers to setting up and managing a foundation, GivingWorks has empowered Impact Marathon to focus on what truly matters: creating life-changing experiences for runners and driving real, lasting impact in communities around the world.

Looking to create your own sporting foundation to help raise money for impactful causes? Get in touch with the GivingWorks team today to get started.