Your Miles. Their Moments.
Move more. Give back. Create moments that matter.
Miles for Moments is a fundraising challenge supporting our #TeenCYZ fundraising campaign so that we can continue to be there for the next generation.
This Spring and Summer until 30 September 2026, we’re inviting Patrons, businesses and community supporters to get active and get fundraising.
Every mile you move and every penny you raise helps us keep our #TeenCYZ promise to:
- Welcome young people through our doors 100,000 times — helping them find their passion and purpose.
- Provide the safe and inspiring world-class facility that young people deserve — and keep admission at just 50p.
- Deliver targeted support to those who need it most.
Your miles will create more moments like these.
What could you do?
Miles for Moments is all about getting involved — whether you’re already signed up for a sporting event, taking part in one with us, or dreaming up a fundraising challenge of your own.
Run it. Walk it. Ride it. Swim it. Dance it. Just move it.
Do it solo or as a team.
Take part in an organised event, or create your own.
How to Get Involved
1. Register Your Challenge
Let us know what you’re planning so we can support you properly. Whether you’re entering one of our events or setting your own goal, we’d love to hear from you.
Register your fundraiser or book a space at one of ours here.
2. Set Up Your Fundraising Page
Once registered, you’ll set up your JustGiving page and we will send you your Miles for Moments supporter pack – including social graphics and video, fundraising tips and everything you need to get started.
3. Move for Moments
Share your training. Tell your story. Complete your challenge.
We’ll cheer you on every step of the way.
Take on a Challenge With Us
We have spaces available in the following events:
Run Carlisle – Sunday 22nd March
We have free spaces available for Run Carlisle and you can take part in either the 10k or Half-Marathon around our amazing city.
Fundraising target: £200 per runner
Take on the challenge yourself or with a team. All runners receive a free CYZ running vest.
Register here or contact monica@carlisleyouthzone.org to secure your space.
Reaching New Heights Apprenticeship Climbing Challenge – Wednesday 27th May
A team challenge to climb 978 metres of Scafell Pike as a team of up to 5 on our CYZ climbing wall.
Created especially for teams of apprentices and supported by our qualified Climbing Instructor Pete.
Fundraising target: £978 per team.
High energy interactive event with support and refreshments provided.
Get in touch with monica@carlisleyouthzone.org to book space/s
Great North Swim – Friday 12th – Sunday 14th June
Join thousands of swimmers for a unique weekend of open water swimming in the Lake District.
Whether it’s your first open water experience or you’re a seasoned swimmer, this iconic event offers a fully supported course, festival atmosphere and unforgettable views.
Fundraising target: £250 per swimmer.
Join Team Carlisle Youth Zone by registering here, or contact monica@carlisleyouthzone.org to secure your place.
Great North Run – Sunday 13th September
The world’s biggest half-marathon returns. The iconic 13.1 miles from Newcastle to South Shields.
Whether it’s your first half marathon or your tenth, joining Team Carlisle Youth Zone means your miles will help change young lives across our city.
Fundraising target: £300 per runner.
Register here, or contact monica@carlisleyouthzone.org to secure your start line place.
Miles for Moments Patron Sports Day – TBC
To celebrate the end of the campaign, we’re planning a special Patron event to finish Miles for Moments in style.
Watch this space for more details.
Make Your Own Miles Count
Want to create your own challenge in 2026? Go for it.
From workplace step challenges to sponsored swims, mountain hikes to birthday runs, there’s no limit to how you can turn movement into meaning.
Start by registering your challenge with us so we can support you every step of the way.
Then download our Miles for Moments Fundraising Pack for ideas, tips and resources to help you succeed.
Miles For Moments. Your Miles. Their Moments.
Register today.
