Run for YPL. Fund a young leader with every mile.

Our runners turn training miles into direct support for young environmental leaders. Whether you have a place already or are looking for one, you can raise for YPL at any race in the world.

How it works.

01

Tell us your race

Any distance, any country. Send us the event and date and we will get you set up.

02

Get your fundraising page

We create your page, send you a YPL running kit, and share your story with our community.

03

Train with support

You get a training plan, a runner group chat, and someone from the team checking in on you.

04

Cross the line

Everything you raise goes to sponsorships, mentorship and the Academy. We tell you exactly which leaders it funded.

Our headline race

TCS London Marathon 2027

We are an official charity partner of the TCS London Marathon on Sunday 25 April 2027. Places are limited and allocated by our team.

What the miles pay for

£500 sponsors a featured leader for a month. £1,500 funds a full Academy project. £5,000 covers a Leader of the Year award.

Common questions.

Do I need my own place?

No. We hold a small number of charity places each year, and we also support runners who already have a ballot or club place.

Is there a minimum to raise?

Charity places carry a minimum fundraising target, which we agree with you in writing before you commit. Own place runners have no minimum.

Which races can I run?

Any of them. Marathons, half marathons, ultras and fun runs all count.

Young Planet Leaders is a registered nonprofit. Every donation is receipted.