Elf Dash 2026

After the success of last year’s event, St Mary’s Hospice is inviting nurseries and primary schools across our community to take part in this year’s Elf Dash – a fun and festive way for pupils to get active while raising vital funds for local hospice care.

What’s more, your school will receive 20% of the total funds raised (excluding Gift Aid).

How It Works

• We provide elf hats for all participating children.
• Your school chooses the date, distance and location of the Elf Dash.
• Each child is encouraged to raise a suggested minimum sponsorship of £6.
• Every participating school will receive a certificate.
• Mascot Mary can visit your school as a special thank you (upon request).

Why Get Involved?

Support a great cause
St Mary’s Hospice provides essential care and support for local patients and their families.

Encourage physical activity
A fun, inclusive event that promotes health, wellbeing and teamwork.

Boost school funds
Your school keeps 20% of the funds raised, helping support your own projects and activities.

Next Steps

If your school would like to take part, please complete the attached declaration form and return it to:

fundraising@stmaryshospice.org.uk

We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming your school to this year’s Elf Dash!

The Fundraising Team
St Mary’s Hospice

Kindly Sponsored once again by HP Activities

Take a look at last years Schools and Nurseries…don’t miss out!