What is Challenge 27?
Challenge 27 is a fitness and fundraising challenge running from 1–27 September. It supports FightMND’s mission to find a cure for motor neurone disease (MND).
All you need to do is include 27 into your goal. Whether that’s walking every day for 27 days, cycling 27 kilometres, or trying 27 different exercises. It’s flexible, fun, and open to all ages and fitness levels.
Need some inspiration? Join one of our Challenges:
- Jack Riewoldt’s 27 Minutes Challenge – perfect if you’re short on time.
- Katrina Blowers’ 27 Kilometres Challenge – ideal for big goal-setters.
- Leanne Sklavenitis’ 27 Movements Challenge – for anyone who believes movement is for everyone.
No matter how you move, you’ll be making a powerful impact in the fight against MND.
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 re-register?
Yes, you will need to register again to participate in Challenge 27 in 2025.
Yes, you must join a Challenge Mentors team. Think of the 3 challenges as a loose guide for how you can take on 27. Mentors won't be assigning exercises or setting strict goals, they will simply be cheering you on whilst taking on the challenge with you.
If your desired challenge doesn't fit neatly into any of the 3 challenges, just pick a mentor whose 'why' resonates most with you. There is plenty of room for interpretation within the Challenge so if you want to take on 270km over 27 days or 27 minutes of exercise per day, you can personalise your challenge to meet your goals.
Your Challenge Mentor will:
- cheer you on as you complete your challenge
- provide regular check-ins to ensure you are on track
- give helpful hints on how to not only meet but exceed your goals
- give insight into what challenging 27 means to them.
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 what fundraising goal to set, 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.
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.
Are there any resources that I can use for Challenge 27?
You’ll find helpful resources including info sheets, posters and social media tiles in our Resources section.
How can I invite others to join?
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 FightMND 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.
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