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Fundraising and Challenge FAQs

How do I sign up?

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To sign up to the challenge, register and claim your free t-shirt here.

When you register, your fundraising page will be automatically set up for you.

Join the Facebook group we set up for this challenge.

Where and when is the challenge?

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This is a virtual challenge so you can do it throughout September at a time that best suits you. You can do it in your local area or park. You can do it together with your friends and family. 

Is there a fundraising target?

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There is no fundraising target for this challenge - we just ask you to raise as much as you can for young people affected by cancer. 

How do I get my t-shirt?

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Once you register for the challenge and set up a fundraising page, we'll send your t-shirt. Please note it may take up to two weeks to arrive. We ask everyone to do their best to fundraise for the challenge so the t-shirt costs are covered. 

Can I raise money offline with a sponsorship form?

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Absolutely. You can collect sponsorship in any way you like. We simply recommend creating a fundraising page for this challenge as they're easy and hassle free, but if you'd like a sponsorship form, you can download one here.

How long will my t-shirt take to arrive?

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It will take up to 14 days for your t-shirt to arrive. Please be patient and be assured we will get it to you as soon as possible. 

Can I do more or less than 60 miles?

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Of course! You can tailor the challenge to suit you and your dog. Update your supporters with your goal.

How do I keep track of my miles?

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You should receive a tracker with your t-shirt that you can use for this challenge. You can also access the tracker digitally below.

View and download assets here

Feel free to use apps like Strava or Fitbit and post updates in the group. But you don't need to provide evidence if you can't.

Updating your friends and family on your fundraising page is important! Make sure you keep them posted on your progress and share videos and photos, the more the better.

What safety precautions should me and my dog take?

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You know your dog best so do think about what distance is achievable for each walk and over the month.

If 60 miles is too far, you can lower the overall target to 30 miles if you need to. Do consult a vet if you have any concerns or questions. 

Please be aware of the weather and avoid walking in the heat. It might be easier to walk in the morning or evening when it is cooler. And carry plenty of water for you and your dog!

When is the Facebook group being moderated?

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The Facebook group is moderated between 9-5pm Mondays - Fridays.

Can under 18s take part?

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Yes they can! While under 18s cannot join the Facebook group, they can still take part with a parent or guardians permission and fundraise through their page. 

Do you have any images I can use on my fundraiser?

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We have images that you can share on social media to let your friends and family know how your dog walk challenge is going and to help you get sponsorship for your challenge. 

View and download assets here

Who are Teenage Cancer Trust?

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Every day, seven young people aged 13-24 hear the words "you have cancer". They will each need specialised nursing care and support to get them through it. We're the only UK charity dedicated to meeting this vital need- so no young person faces cancer alone. 

For more information on what we do, visit our about us page.