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Community Fundraising Volunteer
Help turn small change into big change for children and families across Scotland. Do you enjoy meeting new people, building relationships and getting out and about in your local community?
Peer Support Volunteer (Men’s Group)
Use your lived experience to support men affected by a loved one's alcohol or substance use. Your experience, understanding and encouragement could help someone feel less alone.
Peer Support Volunteer (MOT Group)
Your lived experience could make a real difference to families in Midlothian. Join us in creating a welcoming and supportive space where parents and carers can build confidence, connections and hope for the future.
Events
Now more than ever, Scotland’s children and families need your support, as they face the additional stresses and challenges of...
Kiltwalk Aberdeen 2027
Join Children First champions team at the Aberdeen Kiltwalk. Every mile you walk brings us closer to a safer, brighter future for children and young people across Scotland!
Kiltwalk Edinburgh 2027
Join us at the Edinburgh Kiltwalk and take big steps for Children First, Scotland’s national children’s charity. Whether you're walking solo, with friends, or as a family, every stride helps protect children and support families across Scotland.
Kiltwalk Glasgow 2027
Whether you're walking with friends, family, or colleagues – this is your chance to make every step meaningful. Together, we can create a brighter future for children.
Kiltwalk Dundee 2027
Are you ready to turn your steps into something meaningful? Join thousands of others as you march through Tayside, united in tartan to make a difference for children and families in Scotland that need it most.
TCS London Marathon 2027
We are considering applications for TCS London Marathon 2027!
How do you fancy setting yourself the challenge of a lifetime, running in the World's most iconic marathon? Join our team, and regardless of how long it takes you to cover the iconic 26.2 miles, you’ll be transforming the lives of hundreds of children across Scotland. Apply for our charity places or enter the ballot.
Supernova Kelpies Run 2027
Secure your place here: Children First - Supernova Run
Join the Children First Champions Team and walk, jog or run 5K through a glowing night-time route alongside the iconic, colour-changing Kelpies.
5K | Ages: 5+ | Starts 20:00 | Minimum sponsorship required - £150
Baxters Loch Ness Running Festival 2025
Take part in the Baxters Loch Ness Running Festival to raise vital funds to support children and families across Scotland!
Kilomathon Scotland 2027
Secure your place here: Children First - Kilomathon Scotland
Run on the Capital's beautiful cycle path network, starting at Ocean Terminal beside the historic Royal Yacht Britannia and finishing at Murrayfield Stadium!
13.1k: Ages 16+ | Starts 08:30 | Minimum sponsorship required - £300
6.5k: Ages 15+ | Starts 09:00 | Minimum sponsorship required - £300.
Mini Kilo (2.62k): Ages 60-14 | Starts 08:30 | No minimum sponsorship.
Skydive for Children First
Take to the skies for Children First with the ultimate adrenaline rush!
Men's 10K Edinburgh 2026
Secure your place here: Children First - Men's 10K
Join the Children First Champions Team and take on a city-centre challenge that makes a real difference to Scotland's children.
Ages 15+ | Starts 09:30 | Minimum sponsorship required - £150
The Banchory Bangle Raffle 2026
The eagerly awaited 49th prize draw for the Children First Banchory Bangle, titled "Moths and Adders", is here! Don't miss the opportunity to win this stunning bangle designed by renowned jeweller Malcolm Appleby MBE, and help us to raise funds raise vital funds for children in Scotland recovering from trauma and abuse. Enter the prize draw today!
Women's 10K Edinburgh 2026
Secure your place here: Children First - Women's 10K
Join our Children First Champions team and run through the heart of the capital with hundreds of inspiring women. Make every step count to support our vital work!
Ages 15+ | Starts 09:30 | Minimum sponsorship required - £150
Port of Leith Distillery Abseil 2026
Secure your place here: Port of Leith Distillery Abseil 2026 | Children First
An exclusive experience for our Children First champions! An abseil off the tallest whisky distillery in the world - it’s the Port of Leith Distillery Abseil!
The Kelpies Challenge 2025
Join us for this exclusive fundraising day at the Kelpies Experience on the 7 th of June. Do you have what it takes to take on this aerial challenge at the world's largest equine sculptures?
Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2027
Secure your place here: Children First - Edinburgh Marathon Festival
Join the Children First Champions team at the Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2027! From the 5k, held in the stunning Holyrood Park, to the one of the UK's fastest marathon, there's something for everyone.
Junior Races: Ages 3-11 | Starts 12:00 | No minimum sponsorship.
Take on your own challenge at an event near you!
Fancy to take on a running challenge, maybe to take part in an obstacle course race? Take on your own challenge and help us to create a brighter future all Scotland's children.