Frequently Asked Questions
We've included some frequently asked questions below. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, please get in touch by emailing us at fundraising@targetovariancancer.org.uk or by calling us on 020 7923 5474.
Event Day
How old do I have to be to take part?
You must be aged 18 or over on Event Day (Sunday 18 April 2027) to take part in this event.
Where does the Manchester Marathon take place?
The event will start at Emirates Old Trafford stadium, and finish near the University of Manchester campus on Oxford Road.
Joining Team Target
I got my own place through the ballot. Can I still join Team Target?
Yes, we'd love for you to join Team Target and you'll receive the same support as someone who's taking part with a charity place.
There's no minimum fundraising target if you have your own place – we just hope you'll raise as much as you can!
Please note, we do ask for proof of your own place to avoid confusion or disappointment.
Race Pack
When will I receive my race pack?
The event organisers will be sending your race pack two weeks before the event. This will contain your all-important bib number.
Whether you requested a running vest or t-shirt, we'll post this to you approximately one month before the event. *
* Charity place participants will need to raise 50 per cent of their minimum target to receive a running top.
If requested during registration, we'll post your iron-on name to you approximately one month before the event (this may arrive separately to your running top.) *
* Charity place participants will need to raise 50 per cent of their minimum target to receive an iron-on name.
Fundraising
How does my fundraising help?
Your support makes all the difference to ensure that we can continue our work targeting life-saving early diagnosis, treatment and support.
£100 could help 100 people learn the right symptom information, making sure they access support as early as possible.
70 could update training for 10 GPs on ovarian symptoms and best practice for early diagnosis.
£34 could enable two people to call our support line when they need advice and information they can trust.
How do I get started with my fundraising?
Once you've completed your registration with us, your charity fundraising page is automatically created for you. We'd highly recommend personalising your page with a profile photo and your reason for supporting us, making a donation to your page and then sharing your page with your family, friends, colleagues and on social media to kickstart your fundraising!
Our dedicated team are here to support you every step of the way, so please get in touch if there is anything that you need. We can discuss any ideas you might have for fundraising, such as holding an event or raffle.
Where can I order fundraising materials (e.g. collection boxes)?
You can order them from our shop here >
