Last year a team of 17 members, trustees, staff and friends of the St Vincent de Paul Society took part in the Do It For Charity 5km Fun Run in Regents Park, London and raised over £2000 for the SVP (see video on right for photos from last year's event).

This year runners representing the Society will be taking part in Do it for Charity Fun Runs up and down the country, raising both funds and awareness to support the work of the SVP in England & Wales. The aim this year is to have at least 50 SVP runners taking part!

The 2009 series of events which the SVP will be participating in is as follows:

London, Regents Park - 10th May 2009

Manchester, Heaton Park - 11th October 2009

Cardiff - THIS EVENT HAS NOW BEEN CANCELLED

Birmingham, Cannon Hill Park - 13th September 2009

If you have ever wanted to get involved in a 5km run here is your chance.  St Vincent de Paul Society are looking for volunteers to take part and you can be part of this fantastic event with just a small registration fee and by raising the suggested minimum sponsorship.

No previous experience is required and with a bit of training the 5km distance should easily be within your capabilities. The spirit of the event is 'taking part' not 'winning' so you can run, jog or walk - you decide!

With places extremely limited you should book early to avoid disappointment! 

If you are interested in participating in any of the above events or for further information on any of the dates please contact Fundraising Officer Allison Pollock at National Office on 020 7407 4644 to obtain a registration pack or download one here.

Runners are requested to raise a minimum of £100 in sponsorship money and are required to pay an initial £20 registration fee (sponsorship forms will sent out following receipt of completed forms and registration fee).