Marathon Charity Programme

Overview

The Marathon Charity Programme (the “Programme”) of the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon (“SCHKM”) aims to provide local charitable organisations the opportunity to raise funds for their services and programmes.

Charitable organisations are cordially invited to apply to participate in the Programme if they serve in one of the three categories, namely “Children & Youth”, “Rehabilitation & Health Care” and “Diversity & Inclusion”.

Under the Programme, Charity Quota will be allocated to selected charitable organisations which will provide a platform for them to fundraise for their services and programmes to support those in need.

Objectives

To support charitable organisations in promoting their public profile and raising awareness within the running community through the marathon platform
To provide a platform for fundraising purpose
To provide a channel for the running community to make donations to charitable organisations with good causes
To enhance a cohesive, inclusive, and caring society such that charitable organisations with different serving arms and groups can be supported

Entitlement

Selected charitable organisations will be entitled to:

designated non‑challenge race quotas for Marathon, Half Marathon, and/or 10 km events
use the allocated charity quotas for fundraising purposes, and the proceeds from fundraising can be used for their services and programmes to support those in need
benefit from the exposure in the event official channels such as website and social media
host community engagement activities in Marathon Expo (subject to availability and discretion of HKAAA)
an exclusive commemorative item to be given to each of their runners who apply through the Programme

Eligibility of Applicants

The Programme welcomes applications from charitable organisations which must be a non-governmental charitable organisation registered under Section 88 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance, providing services under one of the three service categories of “Children & Youth”, “Rehabilitation & Health Care” and “Diversity & Inclusion”.

Children & Youth

Charitable organisations which aim to help children and youth to face challenges and difficulties in their personal growth and / or changing environment and circumstances.

Rehabilitation & Health Care

Charitable organisations which aim to assist patients and their families with emotional or daily living problems arising from illness, trauma or disabilities; to enable patients to make the best use of the medical / rehabilitation services in medical institutions and the community; to contribute to the total rehabilitation (physical, medical and social) of patients, and their reintegration into society; and to strive for the promotion of health awareness for patients, their families and the community.

Diversity & Inclusion

Charitable organisations which aim to assist the minorities groups to integrate into the society; to help minorities gain basic rights and more equal treatment and opportunities; to train and assist special educational needs students; to help and encourage the active participation of people with disabilities in the society; foster public understanding of people of different abilities and ethnic cultures and eliminate discrimination and misunderstanding.

Application Form and Details

Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon 2027 - Marathon Charity Programme
Application Deadline: 17 July 2026 5:00PM

Fact Sheet
Application Form (2027) (PDF Format) (Word Format)
Programme Terms and Conditions (PDF Format) (Word Format)

Enquiries

Email: hkmarathon_charity@hkaaa.com