What is the Challenge 27?
Challenge 27 is a month-long fitness and fundraising challenge.
Running from 1 to 30 September, Challenge 27 is your opportunity to get active, raise funds and help FightMND work towards our vision of a world free of motor neurone disease (MND).
There is no rule on how to take on 27 your way. Just include 27 into your challenge goal. This can be going for a walk every day for 27 days, cycling 27 kilometres or trying 27 different exercises during September. The possibilities are endless!
Anyone can participate in Challenge 27, no matter your age or fitness level. This is about challenging yourself with your own fitness goal – all while raising vital funds for MND cure research and care initiatives.
When is Challenge 27?
Challenge 27 runs from 1 to 30 September.
Why 27?
Motor neurone disease (MND) is aggressive and relentlessly progressive. While some people can live a long life with MND, the average life expectancy is 27 months from diagnosis.
Challenge 27 is not just about challenging your fitness goals. It’s about challenging the Beast and continuing the fight towards a world free of MND.
How do I get started?
Registering for Challenge 27 is easy. Follow these simple steps and get started on your fundraising journey.
- Visit our Challenge 27 page and select ‘Register’.
- Follow the instructions to set up a new account. Or log into an existing account.
- Set up your fundraising page. Don’t forget to share why you are fundraising for FightMND.
- Share the link or QR code with your friends, family and colleagues and start fundraising.
I’ve participated in Challenge 27 in the past. Do I have to register again?
Thank you for your ongoing support in Challenge 27.
Yes, you will need to register again to participate in Challenge 27 for 2024.
How much does it cost to join Challenge 27?
Challenge 27 is free to join. Grab your friends, family, colleagues or team mates to be active and help raise vital funds for FightMND.
Is there a minimum fundraising goal for Challenge 27?
No. There is no minimum fundraising goal for Challenge 27. You can set a fundraising goal around what works for you and how much you can fundraise.
If you’re not sure at how much to set your fundraising goal, contact our fundraising team at fundraising@fightmnd.org.au
Do I have to do a specific exercise for Challenge 27?
No. The sky is the limit! You can do any exercise during Challenge 27.
How do I connect my fundraising page to Strava or Fitbit?
You can track your Challenge 27 progress through your Strava, Fitbit, MapMyFitness or Garmin account. Connect your account by going to your fundraising page, select my fitness activity and follow the prompts.
Alternatively, you can manually log your activities on your fundraising page.
How fit do I need to be to participate in Challenge 27?
Anyone can participate in Challenge 27, no matter your age or fitness level. This is about challenging yourself with your own Challenge 27 goal.
Where do the funds I raise go?
At FightMND we work to invest into the most innovative and passionate researchers with the aim to find effective treatments and ultimately a cure for motor neurone disease (MND).
In addition to funding MND research, FightMND also funds MND care and assistive equipment for people living with MND.
Investing in research continues to be our best weapon against the Beast, but it’s expensive and takes time. We have made a lot of progress, but the fight is not over. We continue to raise vital funds until we beat the Beast that is MND.
What is a personal fundraising page?
Your personal fundraising page is where you can share your story and collect donations for FightMND. Creating your fundraising page is simple and takes 5 minutes to set up.
Here are 4 tips to help you get the most out of your fundraising page:
- upload a profile photo to make this page your own
- add a personal story to tell people why you’re here
- post an update to keep your supporters in the loop
- share your page’s link to spread the word.
Personalise your page with details of your reasons for fundraising and pictures.
Make sure to share your page with friends, family and colleagues via email and social media. The more people who know about your fundraising goal the more likely you will be able to make a real difference.
How can I share my Challenge 27 activities on social media?
Social media is a great way to share your Challenge 27 journey with your friends and family.
The ‘Get Support’ section of your fundraising profile includes a unique link and QR code for your fundraising page. You can share these through your own social media profiles.
Be sure to post updates as you work through your challenge and let everyone know when you’ve finished.
Make sure to tag us using the handle @fightmnd and the hashtag #Challeng27. With your permission, we may even share your post!
Are there any resources that I can use for Challenge 27?
You’ll find helpful resources including info sheets, posters and social media tiles on our resources page.
How can I invite others to participate?
You can invite others to join by sharing the link to your fundraising page and asking them to select ‘Join a team’.
Otherwise, you can send them to the FigthMND website to learn more and sign up.
What happens if my Challenge 27 is outside of September?
No stress! Try and complete your challenge in the timeframe and if you need to run beyond, that’s ok too.
Is there someone who can help me fundraise?
Our Fundraising team is here to help you on your fundraising journey. If you have any questions, contact them at fundraising@fightmnd.org.au
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