Choose Your Challenge
The support we receive from our incredible fundraisers allows us to continue providing essential items and thoughtful support to children and families across the North East.
Whether you take on a personal challenge, organise your own event or join one of the fantastic opportunities below, every pound raised makes a genuine difference.
From running and walking events to once-in-a-lifetime personal goals, there are so many ways to support AberNecessities while challenging yourself and having fun along the way.
Stadium Soar
27 February 2027
Barclays Hampden Stadium, Glasgow
Launching from 52ft above the pitch, you'll soar 492ft across this iconic football stadium, taking in breath-taking views and experiencing the thrill of flight in one of Scotland's most unique fundraising events.
We have limited places available. (Minimum age: 12 years).
Aberdeen Firewalk
27 February 2027
Aberdeen Science Centre, Aberdeen
Are you a brave enough ‘sole’ ? Take part in a short, inspiring seminar before walking barefoot across 20 feet of glowing embers.
We have limited charity places available (Minimum age: 14 years).
Brighton Marathon
04 April 2027
Brighton, East Sussex
Experience the buzz of the UK’s third-largest marathon.
We have limited charity places available.
No Child Should Go Without
Run Garioch
16 May 2027
Garioch Sports Centre, Inverurie
Run Garioch winds through the streets and surrounding countryside of Inverurie, with distances to suit everyone, from first-time runners to seasoned competitors - choose from 5K, 10K and Marathon. Plus Junior Runs for kids!
We have a number of free charity places available, please contact us before registering (pauline@abernecessities.co.uk).
Kiltwalk
08 June 2027
Banchory to Aberdeen or Cults to Aberdeen
Take on The Mighty Stride (18 miles) or The Wee Wander (4 miles) and enjoy one of Scotland’s most loved fundraising walks. Select AberNecessities as your chosen charity when registering.
Prefer a change of scenery ? You can also sign up for Kiltwalk events in Dundee, Edinburgh or Glasgow.
Other Challenges
Many of our supporters take on a personal challenge at events throughout the year and raise vital funds for AberNecessities. These include:
MacTuff Really Muddy
Various Marathons
Business Fives Football Tournament
Ride the North
The Beast Race.
Please get in touch if you kindly wish to support us as you push yourself to do something amazing!
From climbing Mount Everest Base Camp to taking on an ultra marathon, hosting a bake sale or walking 10,000 steps a day, your challenge can be anything you choose.
Set your goal, raise funds and help us ensure no child goes without the essentials they need.
Create Your Challenge
Show Your Support!
We’d love for you to wear your support proudly! Request your exclusive branded t-shirt below and sport it as you train, tackle challenges, and show off your commitment.
Sponsorship
Online fundraising through platforms including Enthuse and JustGiving is the easiest and quickest method to collect sponsorship from your friends, family and colleagues. Simply create a personal page and tell everyone about the challenge you are taking on and why!
If you’d prefer to collect your funds offline or will have a mixture of online and offline sponsors, please use the button below to download a copy of our Sponsorship Form:
Sponsorship can then be paid into our online Enthuse donations page or directly into our bank account (please contact us to request details).
Get in touch
We love to hear about the fantastic events and activities our supporters organise in aid of us. Please get in touch through the form below and let us know what you’re planning!