Fundraising challenges
YMCA DownsLink Group’s featured event
London to Brighton Cycle Ride
14 September 2025
The iconic London to Brighton Cycle Ride is happening this September. More than 4,000 riders will take to the roads, cycling through the English countryside, over Ditchling Beacon and into Brighton. The 55km route is fully signposted with a stop for lunch and multiple water points along the way.
Challenge difficulty - hard
Brighton Half Marathon
1 March 2026
We are delighted to be a a charity partner for the Brighton Half marathon, which takes place on the 1st March 2026. Known as the ‘UK’s happiest half marathon’ it’s always well supported and fun event along the beautiful Brighton seafront.
Challenge difficulty - moderate
Upcoming challenge events you can get involved in
If none of these events appeal to you, that’s ok! You can pick your own event, such as a skydive or abseil, build a team and start fundraising.
Fundraise for YMCA DownsLink Group in four easy steps
Pick your challenge
What will you do?
You could go for a challenge like a skydive or a marathon, or hold an event or an activity such as a bake sale. You can do fundraising on your own or as a team.
Book your event
Now book your place or pick the date for your event!
Whether you are taking part in an organised event or arranging your own, please let us know what you’re planning so we can help in any way we can.
Let us know
Once you have decided what to do (on your own or as part of a group), let us know.
We will send you our fundraising pack with everything you need to get started such as T-shirts or collection tins.
And fundraise!
Create your online fundraising page and you're all set.
Your fundraising pack will provide you with some fundraising tips and guide you in setting up your fundraising page and sharing it with everyone you know!
