Unite with friends and family this September to stride towards a better future for everyone affected by blood cancer and blood disorders. Choose your date, pick your location and assemble your team. It really is as easy as a, b, c.
Sign up today – it's free and we’ll send you your very own Anthony Nolan T-shirt to spread the word about your walk.
We know that for some, it’s a walk in the park, but for others, it can be a little intimidating. That’s why we’re giving you three distance options to choose from. Remember it’s your challenge, your way and with each small step you’re making a big difference.
Walk 4 miles to represent the 4 lifesaving connections we make every day.
9.57 miles, to represent the 957 journeys our heroic volunteer stem cell couriers made last year to get lifesaving stem cells from donor to patient.
Walk 13 miles to represent the fact that someone is diagnosed with blood cancer every 13 minutes.
Or you can set your own challenge. Remember it's your challenge and you can take it on however it suits you best!
We’re the charity that makes lifesaving connections between patients in need and incredible strangers ready to donate their stem cells.
Thanks to you, every day we help four people desperately in need of a transplant. And with your continued support, we’ll do the same tomorrow, and the next day, and until every patient that needs us can not only survive, but thrive.
Join the Miles That Matter Facebook group today. It’s the place to be for all your challenge updates, fundraising resources and a chance to meet your fellow walkers. Head over now and say hello! 👋
This September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month. Say yes to giving hope and challenge yourself to a sponsored walk in support of everyone affected by blood cancer and blood disorders. Once you’ve set up your fundraising page, we’ll send your Anthony Nolan T-shirt and personalisable sign so if there's someone special you're walking for on your challenge, you can share their name.
But the rewards don’t stop there... if you raise £200, we’ll also send you an Anthony Nolan drawstring bag to keep all your essentials safe as you step out.
You can find a range of resources either here on this page, on the Miles That Matter Facebook group once you’ve joined, or by emailing us at community@anthonynolan.org.
What do I need to do?
Choose your date, location and distance and then set up your JustGiving page. Share your page with friends and family as they might want to donate in support of your efforts – or maybe even join your team!
How do I sign up?
To get started, simply click here to sign up. Here you can request your free Anthony Nolan T-shirt and set up your JustGiving fundraising page.
How do I get my T-shirt?
We'll send you your exclusive cotton Anthony Nolan T-shirt to wear while you complete the challenge. It can take up to 10 working days for your T-shirt to reach you after you sign up, but please email us on community@anthonynolan.org if it doesn’t arrive.
If you manage to raise £200, we’ll send you an Anthony Nolan drawstring bag. Please note that if you're fundraising as part of a team, each group member will need to have raised £200 to be able to claim their bag.
Why not let people know who your inspiration is for your miles with your personalisable 'I'm walking for sign', this will be sent with your t-shirt, so make sure to keep this in a safe place ready for your walk. Simply contact us via email at community@anthonynolan.org to claim your free sign.
How do I get T-shirts for my team members?
Feel free to email us on community@anthonynolan.org and our friendly team will be more than happy to help. Don’t forget to include your size preferences! You should have the additional T-shirts with you within 10 working days.
What does Anthony Nolan do?
Anthony Nolan saves and improves the lives of people with blood cancer and blood disorders. We do this by making lifesaving connections between patients and incredible strangers ready to donate their stem cells, funding groundbreaking research that could transform the future for more patients, and providing the best experience for every patient before, during and after transplant.
Who can take part?
Anyone! You can take on the challenge however it suits you best, whether you walk alone or with friends. Complete your Miles that Matter challenge your way and help to save lives. If you’re under 18, you must take part with a parent or guardian.
How does my money make a difference?
Your money goes a long way in helping us save the lives of people with blood cancer and blood disorders. £40 could add a new potential stem cell donor onto our register. And don’t forget, you get your very own Anthony Nolan drawstring bag when you hit the £200 fundraising target!
How can I speak to other people taking part?
Join our dedicated Facebook group and you'll find regular updates from our lovely team, as well as fundraising tips and advice and support from other people taking on the Miles that Matter challenge.
Why does the challenge have to be completed in September?
Miles that Matter runs throughout Blood Cancer Awareness Month. We want to unite our amazing supporters and come together to celebrate. If you can’t take part in September, we’d still love you to get involved. Get in touch with the team via email on community@anthonynolan.org or visit our website here.
Create a new account, or connect to an existing JustGiving account to take part.
