Young man running in blue singlet and backwards cap

Gold Coast Marathon

Distance: 4 km junior dash l 5 km fun run l 10 km run l 21 km half marathon l 42 km marathon
Date: Saturday, 06 Jul — Sunday, 07 Jul 2024

Join Team Wish on the Gold Coast

Celebrate the 44th edition of the Gold Coast Marathon on Saturday 6 – Sunday 7 July 2024 on the beautiful Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia.

The world-class international marathon will attract participants of all ages and abilities from around the world across eight races including the Gold Coast Marathon, CPL Wheelchair Marathon, ASICS Half Marathon, Southern Cross University 10km Run, CPL Wheelchair 10km, Gold Coast Airport 5km, 4km Junior Dash and 2km Junior Dash.

How it works

Joining Team Wish

Sign up for the event through the event's official website.

Personalise your fundraising page with your story of why you're taking on the challenge. Then share it with friends and family, collect donations and help make wishes come true. Every dollar counts!

Give it your best, have fun and know that you're part of the amazing team making wishes come true for sick kids across the country.

I don’t think people realise how important wishes are for kids. They are going through hell and it gives them a distraction and something to look forward to.

Beni’s mum - Beni, 11 wished to meet WWE hero

Why run for Team Wish?

Wish kids need stars like you!

Right now more than 900 critically ill children are waiting for their wish.

By joining Team Wish, you can help bring more life-changing wishes to life. Make a lasting impact to seriously ill kids and their families across Australia by signing up today!

Make A Wish Australia Children's Charity - Kael on his wish with the teenage mutant ninja turtles

FAQs

Got a question? We're here to help!

Yes, of course! When you raise money for Make-A-Wish, our expert Fundraising team is available at every step of the way to support you.

Call us on 1800 032 260 or email fundraising@makeawish.org.au anytime - we're here to help.

  • Create and personalise your fundraising page. Add a photo and tell people why you're helping make kids wishes come true - your friends want to hear your story.
  • Aim high, and tell people why. Fundraisers who tell potential donors what their target is -and what it will achieve - raise 74% more than those who don’t.
  • Spread the word. Share your page with family and friends, and let the world know you're making a difference for kids with life-threatening illnesses all over Australia. #makeawishAustralia
  • Keep your page fresh. Update donors and potential donors about your event preparation and fundraising progress - what you're inspired by, any hurdles you've come across, what you're enjoying etc.

For more fundraising ideas and tips to reach your goal, get in touch with us.

No problem! We're here to help. Let us know your question by emailing fundraising@makeawish.org.au or calling the Fundraising team on 1800 032 260.

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