Events
Challenge yourself in 2024 to support young people!
Now that The Mix is part of charity Mental Health Innovations, sitting alongside text service Shout, there’s lots of exciting new ways to help us support the mental health of young people in the UK.
From challenge events, bucket collecting, cake baking or hair shaving; if you’re interested in fundraising, there are plenty of fun-filled ideas and activities out there for you to take part in. We’re here to support you all the way, whether you’re looking for an event to sign up for or you’re just looking for tips on getting started.
Check out the challenges you can get involved in below.
Run for The Mix
Sign up for one of our discounted charity places in half marathons and fun runs around the UK! Running for The Mix is a great way to get fit, challenge yourself and raise both awareness and vital funds. Why not team up with a friend and enter a race near you? Get started here.
Skydive for The Mix
Feel the full force of flying by taking on a 125mph tandem skydive for Shout and The Mix. Perfect for any adrenaline junkie, you’ll be strapped to a fully qualified instructor, while the money you raise for Shout and The Mix will ensure we’re here for everyone who needs us, 24/7. You just need to be 18 or older to sign up.
Cost to you: £70
Fundraising pledge: £395 – £450 (approx dependent on location)
Find out more details here and choose ‘Shout and The Mix’ when booking your skydive.
Conquer24 Challenge
How many miles can you run in 24 hours?
Enter the Conquer24 challenge at Powderham Castle and see what you can achieve! Enter solo or as a team and take on the epic 8km relay race through the woods and the deer park, finishing with a run through the castle. By fundraising for The Mix and Shout, you’ll receive discounted entry and help support our vital services.
Want free entry? The first five teams fundraising for us take part for free! Email [email protected] to let us know you’re interested.
When? 7 – 8 June 2025
Cost to you: £35
Fundraising pledge: £250
Hold a comedy night
Try out the art of stand-up with free comedy training! Our partnership with Ultra Events gives you the chance to perform live on stage in front of friends and family, all while raising funds for The Mix. There are no sign up fees – you just have to raise a minimum of £50, sell at least 10 tickets for your event and commit to 8 weeks of free training with a professional comic before the event. Find out more and sign up for The Mix here.
Given Gain
To raise money for The Mix through our partner Given Gain, you can get involved in amazing challenges such as a Marathon or the Monster Mud Run! There are a huge range of different events all over the UK (and abroad), so you can have a real adventure, as well as support young people’s mental health (win win).
Visit givengain.com for more info!
Ultra Challenge – Walk, Jog or Run Home
To raise money for The Mix through our partner Ultra Challenge, you can get involved in one of 16 extraordinary challenges which will take you walking, running or jogging around the UK! This is a great way to get fit, get your endorphins going and help support the life-saving work The Mix does with young people.
Visit ultrachallenge.com for more info!
Set up your own fundraiser!
Don’t fancy running in the mud? We understand! There are plenty of other things you can do. For other ideas on how to raise money for The Mix, check out our fundraising pack and set up your JustGiving page here. !
Taking part in any of our fundraising events will support both The Mix and Shout, the UK’s only free, 24/7 text messaging service for anyone struggling with their mental health.
For fundraising enquiries, please contact [email protected]