Walk 100 Miles in October FAQs

Interested in joining us for the Walk 100 Miles challenge? Find out the answers to frequently asked questions.

Registration FAQs

  • What is the challenge?

    The challenge is to complete 100 miles throughout the month of October. You can do this in any way that you like - whether that's walking, rolling or running!

    This is a virtual event, so how and where you do it is completely up to you. You could do shorter distances every day or cover longer ones on the weekends, the challenge is yours to personalise.

  • How much is it to take part in the Walk 100 Miles challenge?

    Free! There is no participation fee for this challenge.

  • When do I have to take on the challenge?

    The challenge officially starts on 1 October 2025, but we're more than happy for people to adjust the dates of the challenge to suit them. For example, some people may start earlier because they’re unable to take part for the whole of October.

  • Who can take part?

    The challenge is open to everyone.

    People aged 16 and below can get involved, but they will need to have an adult register them on their behalf.

  • How much sponsorship do I need to raise?

    There is no set amount that you must raise. We just ask you do your best to collect as many donations as you can to support those affected by breast cancer.

  • How do I register for the challenge?

    To sign-up for the challenge and receive your free Breast Cancer Now T-shirt, you’ll need to complete our registration form and set up your fundraising page.

     

  • I’ve registered for the challenge, but I haven’t set up my fundraising page yet. How do I do this?

    If you have already completed the registration form, but haven’t set up your fundraiser yet, you can do so now by following the link here: create your fundraiser

  • What is GivePanel and why does it appear when I set up my fundraising page?

    We work with GivePanel who provide support for Facebook and JustGiving fundraising. They help to create your custom fundraiser which is tailored to the Walk 100 Miles in October challenge.

  • How do I join the Walk 100 Miles Facebook group?

    You can join the Facebook group here!

  • How do I get my T-shirt?

    To get your Breast Cancer Now T-shirt for the challenge, you’ll need to complete the registration form and set up your fundraiser.

    Read the full terms and conditions to find out more.

  • I'm unsure which T-shirt size to get - do you have any guidance?

    If you're unsure which size to order, we recommend sizing up, as our technical T-shirts can run a little small.

    Here's our standard sizing chart for reference:

     Size  

    Women  

    Men  

     Small  

     10 

     Chest 35-37”  

     Medium  

     12 

     Chest 38-40”  

     Large  

     14  

     Chest 41-43”  

     XL  

     16  

     Chest 44-46”  

     2XL  

     18  

     Chest 47-49”  

     3XL  

     20  

     Chest 50-52” 

  • When will my T-shirt arrive?

    Your T-shirt will be automatically sent once you’ve registered for the challenge and set up your fundraising page. Please then allow up to 14 days for your T-shirt to arrive.

    Registration for this challenge closes at 11:59pm on 15 October, so sign up before then to ensure you receive your T-shirt.

  • How do I get a Breast Cancer Now beanie hat?

    If you are one of the first supporters to raise £35 or more by the 15 October 2025, you could receive an exclusive beanie hat. Don't miss out, limited stock available! 

    Read the full terms and conditions to find out more.

  • Will I receive a certificate?

    Yes, you will receive a digital Walk 100 Miles certificate at the end of the challenge via email.

  • How do I get a Breast Cancer Now Medal?

    If you raise £150 or more by the end of the challenge, you could receive a challenge medal (limited stock available).

    Read the full terms and conditions to find out more.

Fundraiser FAQs

  • How can I find my fundraiser?

    You can find your Facebook and JustGiving fundraisers here:

  • Can I change the end date of my Facebook fundraiser?

    When setting up your Facebook fundraiser, it will be automatically set to end on the 30 November 2025.

    To edit the end date of your Facebook fundraiser:

    1. Locate your page (My Facebook Fundraisers)
    2. Click the ‘Edit’ button
    3. Click ‘End Date’ and select a new date
    4. Finally, click ‘Save’ in the top right corner

  • Can I change the end date of my JustGiving fundraiser?

    When setting up your JustGiving fundraiser, it will be automatically set to end on the 31 December 2025.


    Here's how edit the end date of your JustGiving fundraiser:

    1. Locate your page (My JustGiving Fundraisers)
    2. Click ‘Edit page’ in the top left-hand corner 
    3. Go to ‘Page settings’ listed on the left
    4. Click on ‘Expiry date’ and select a new date

  • How do I claim my JustGiving page?

    Please email the virtualchallenges@breastcancernow.org inbox and the team will send you a unique link to claim your page. 

    It’s a super quick and easy process, but an important one!

    Not sure what ‘claim your JustGiving page’ means? Take a look here: Claim your JustGiving page guidance

     

  • Can I combine my JustGiving and Facebook fundraising totals?

    Unfortunately, you will not be able to combine your fundraising totals across Facebook and JustGiving, as they are two separate fundraising platforms.

    However, there’s no need to worry as all donations from both platforms will still come to us automatically.

  • Why can’t people donate to my Facebook fundraiser?

    If you have someone wanting to donate who doesn’t have Facebook, then we suggest collecting the money directly and donating to your own fundraiser on their behalf. Just remember that if you do this, you will not be able to claim Gift Aid on this donation, so make sure to leave that box unticked. 

    If you or anyone else with a Facebook account is having trouble donating to your fundraiser, please get in touch with the Facebook help centre, who will be able to help.

  • Why can't people donate to my JustGiving fundraiser?

    If you or anyone else is having trouble donating to your JustGiving fundraiser, please get in touch with the JustGiving help centre, who will be best suited to help.

  • Can you see that I am fundraising on Instagram?

    If your Instagram fundraiser is connected to our main Facebook fundraising campaign, then yes - we’ll be able to see in our internal records that you're fundraising via Instagram, along with the amount you've raised and a list of donors.

    However, we won’t be able to view your actual Instagram fundraising page or any of the posts associated with it, as Instagram doesn’t currently allow access to that content directly.

  • Why can't people donate to my Instagram fundraiser ?

    If you or others are having trouble donating to your Instagram fundraiser, the best place to find help is the Instagram Help centre.

    For issues specifically related to charity fundraisers and donations, take a look at these pages:


     

  • How do I set up a team fundraiser?

    Here’s how to create your team page on JustGiving:

    1. Register for the challenge and set up your individual JustGiving fundraising page.
    2. Log in to JustGiving and locate your fundraising page.
    3. Click on ‘Create a team’ (you’ll find this option just below your profile picture).
    4. Follow the steps to set up your team - you'll automatically be assigned as the team Captain.
    5. Once your team page is ready, copy and share the link provided with anyone who you’d like to join your team and start fundraising! 

    Important to note is that each team member will still need to register for the challenge individually in order to receive their challenge T-shirt.

  • I don’t want to set up an online fundraiser. Can I fundraise offline?

    Yes, you can. Simply download and print off our sponsorship form to keep track of all your fundraising.

    If you do choose to fundraise offline, please email us at virtualchallenges@breastcancernow.org, so we can make a note of your chosen fundraising method.

  • How can I pay in my offline donations?

    To donate the offline funds to us once you’ve completed your fundraising, please see the options below: 

    1. Pay in your donations to the Walk 100 Miles donation page 
    2. Call us up and donate over the phone on 0333 20 70 300
    3. Post any cheques (made payable to Breast Cancer Now) and sponsorship forms to the address below. Please include a note including your contact details and ‘Walk 100 Miles in October 2025’.  

             FREEPOST RUHG-GYAY-GHYK 

             Breast Cancer Now 
             10 Whitechapel High Street 
             London 
             E1 8QS 

    To see our full donation guide, click here: Offline donation guide

  • I’m fundraising offline. Can I still get a T-shirt?

    Yes, you can.

    Simply fill in the registration form to select your T-shirt size and click ‘submit without activating fundraiser’ at the bottom. 

    Once you’ve completed the registration form, please email virtualchallenges@breastcancernow.org, so that the team can make a note of your chosen fundraising method.

  • How do I get people to sponsor me?

    Once you have set up your fundraiser, make sure to share it on your social media channels with your friends, family, and colleagues!

    If you’re comfortable, share your reasons for taking on the challenge, and any personal stories you might have. Let them know how important this challenge is to you and how vital the money raised is to Breast Cancer Now.

  • Where can I find fundraising resources for the challenge?

    Check out our downloads page! We have range of downloadable resources which can help boost your fundraising.

Challenge FAQs

  • Can we complete the challenge as a team?

    Yes, you're more than welcome to complete the challenge as a team and clock up your miles together!

    You can also set up a team fundraiser on JustGiving, however, all participants must still register for the challenge individually in order to receive their T-shirt and welcome pack. 

    Please also email virtualchallenges@breastcancernow.org to notify us that you’re fundraising as a team.

  • How do I record my miles?

    You're more than welcome to download our challenge distance tracker to keep track of your miles throughout the month - You can find this in our downloadable resources.

    Alternatively, feel free to keep count of your miles using your own fitness tracking app.

  • Do I need to prove I have completed the 100 miles?

    This challenge is built on trust so we won’t be asking you to prove that you’ve completed your 100 miles. We just ask is that everyone taking part does their best to achieve as many miles as they can.

    We suggest sharing photos and videos of your walks on your fundraising page and the Facebook group - we’d love to see them!

  • I registered for the Walk 100 Miles challenge, but I can no longer take part, what should I do?

    Please email virtualchallenges@breastcancernow.org to let the team know.

  • What if I am not able to finish my challenge?

    Although the goal is to walk 100 miles throughout October, we understand that it’s not feasible for everyone. This is a personal challenge and so if you need to change the distance or timescale of your challenge, that’s completely fine. 

    Choose a distance that is a challenge for yourself, and we will be there to support you the whole way through. Your health and safety are the most important thing to us, so don’t push yourself too hard.

Sign up to the challenge

To get started and receive your free Breast Cancer Now T-shirt, complete the registration form.

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