Hackney Half Charity Places 2026
Secure entry via a HARP charity space and take on London’s most popular Half Marathon and help end homelessness!
Date
May 17, 2026
Location
Hackney, London
Registration fee
£30
Fundraising target
£300
Why you should run the Hackney Half for HARP
🎟️ Guaranteed Entry to the Hackney Half Marathon
By joining our team we’ll guarantee you entry to the Hackney Half Marathon
👕 Premium Technical Vest
Free #TeamHARP running vest - breathable, moisture-wicking fabric to keep you comfortable
💪 Exclusive perks
Free training plan, invites to team WhatsApp Chat and invites to training runs.
💬 Group Training Runs
Join training sessions and connect with fellow Team HARP runners. Subject to demand.
📸 WhatsApp Support Group
24/7 motivation, tips, and encouragement from our team and fellow runners
🎁 Free Race Day Photos
Photos at our cheer points so you can capture your achievement.
About the Hackney Half Marathon
Join over 20,000 runners and take on the London’s biggest half marathon – The Hackney Half! You’ll run down Mare Street through a carnival of sound. Keep an eye out for the vibrant street art and local gems like Broadway Market, Hackney Wick, and Hackney Picturehouse . AND the route is flat and fast, making it perfect for anyone doing their first half marathon or looking for a PB. You can find out more information about the Hackney Half here.
Why your fundraising matters
Jack’s life has turned around since coming to HARP, and he is now in his final year of university studying Clinical & Community Psychology. He describes himself as having the ‘study bug’ and is currently achieving good grades. Jack is even contemplating a Masters at Kings College in London.
Frequently asked questions
Why do I have to commit to a minimum fundraising amount – surely any money I raise should be enough?
Each charity place at an event represents an important and valuable source of fundraising for us. As we have made an investment to be able to offer places at events, we therefore ask each applicant to pledge to raise a minimum level of sponsorship if they subsequently take part in an event. We are on hand whenever you need us to support you with your fundrasing.
What happens if I don’t reach my target?
We know that committing to raise a specific amount can seem a bit daunting which is why we’re here to help every step of the way. If you have a place with us and are struggling with your fundraising then please do get in touch. We have lots of experience with fundraising, and can give you some great advice, tips and fundraising materials to help you smash your target.
Do you have any fundraising tips?
The easiest way to start your fundraising is to set up a Online Fundraising Page You’ll need to make sure that your page stands out though by personalising it as much as possible. The three easiest ways are to:
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Add a photo of yourself, your team or who you’re running for
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Set a fundraising target. We’d always encourage you to be as ambitious as possible with what you hope to raise)
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You’re doing something amazing so make sure you write about your personal motivation for taking on your challenge!
We’ve seen that fundraisers who do these three things raise, on average, roughly 50% more than those who don’t!