Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival
The 136km and 100km Gran Fondo, 60km Semi Fondo, and the 48km Medio Fondo will be held on Sunday 8 September.
6-8 September 2024
Join Team Wish in Port Douglas
The Port Douglas Gran Fondo courses will take you along Great Barrier Reef Drive between Port Douglas and Palm Cove, while taking in breathtaking views through the palm trees alongside the Coral Sea. This road will be fully closed to traffic to allow you to really enjoy the ride and scenic course.
How it works
Joining Team Wish
Click here to sign up for your place in the event.
Got a place already? Join Team Wish bycreating a fundraising page
Got your place? Great! You can now officially join Team Wish by creating your fundraising page. It's easy to do and only takes a couple of minutes to set up.
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!
Make your way to Port Douglas for the big event between 6-8 September 2024. Give it your best, and know that wherever you place, you're part of the 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!
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.