Join the Virtual Santa Dash 2024 to Support First Steps ED! 🎅💙
This holiday season, let’s lace up for First Steps ED. The Virtual Santa Dash 2024 invites you to walk, jog, or run 5K in support of First Steps ED, so we can continue to provide essential support and compassionate care for those affected by eating disorders. Join us in this festive 5K challenge to raise awareness, promote wellness, and inspire hope.
Hosted by the Virtual Marathon Series, this festive 5K run, jog or festive walk is perfect for everyone, whether you want to compete solo, enjoy some fun with friends or family, or make it a festive activity with your work team or school. And the best part? You can join from anywhere in the world!
Complete the challenge anytime before December 25th—whether you’re hitting the pavement in your favourite running gear or suiting up as Santa’s elves. All participants will receive an official Santa Dash Medal and a special holiday goodie bag, so you’ll have something to remember this festive fun.
- Dates: December 1st – December 25th, 2024
- Minimum Age: 4+
- Registration Deadline: December 11th, 2024
- Location: Anywhere in the World – It’s Virtual!
- How to register: Click here
- Receive your free Santa Hat: Once you’ve signed up and got your fundraising started, you’ll receive a free Santa Hat
How It Works:
- Choose Your Pace – This event is for everyone! Whether you’re walking with loved ones, running solo, or dressing up with the dog as Santa’s elves for some holiday fun, you can complete the 5K anytime between December 1st and December 25th.
- Set Your Fundraising Goal– We’ve set a minimum fundraising goal of ÂŁ100 but you the more you can raise for us the more people we can support. You can set up a fundraising page here on Just GivingÂ
- Track Your Progress – Register below, and you’ll get access to our Virtual Marathon Series portal to upload your 5K completion. Take it at your own pace, from wherever you are.
- Celebrate Your Achievement – Each participant will receive a special Santa Dash Medal and a festive goodie bag, a reminder of your commitment to supporting recovery and spreading kindness this season. If you’d like to share your photos then please tag us on our socials or send us an email.
Why Join?
Joining the Virtual Santa Dash isn’t just about a personal goal—it’s about coming together to make a real difference for people impacted by eating disorders. With every step, you’re helping First Steps ED provide support, care, and hope to individuals and families on their recovery journey.
So don’t miss out! Register today, and let’s bring hope, choice, and opportunities to those who need it most this holiday season. 🎅💙
Taking care of yourself
If you are in recovery or have previous experience of an eating disorder it is important to
always put yourself first. Please read this document and do not organise or take part in an
event which could cause problems for yourself or your recovery.
