Feel the Impact, Join 5K May
May is your moment to move with purpose. 5K May is more than a distance, it’s a chance to come together, raise awareness of childhood acquired brain injury, and make a real difference for families who need support every day.
Whether you run, walk, wheel, or take it at your own pace, every step you take helps build brighter futures. You’ll be joining a community that understands the power of connection, where small actions create lasting impact, and where every mile carries meaning.
This May, turn movement into momentum. Sign up, get involved, and be part of something that truly matters.
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What is 5K May and Why It Matters
5K May is a flexible, feel-good fundraising challenge that invites you to move 5K your way, whether that’s running, walking, wheeling, cycling, or even swimming! Or a mix of all, while raising awareness of childhood brain injury and supporting families affected by acquired brain injury.
Every step you take helps the Child Brain Injury Trust continue delivering vital support, from early intervention and education to ongoing guidance for parents and carers navigating life after a child’s brain injury. Taking part is not only a powerful way to give back, but it’s also an investment in your own wellbeing.
Regular movement can boost mental health, reduce stress, and build a sense of routine and purpose, all while connecting you to a supportive community united by a shared cause. By getting involved in 5K May, you’re helping to break isolation, raise understanding of childhood brain injury, and create meaningful change for families today and for the future.
How It Works
Move – Complete 5K in any way that suits you, solo or with friends
Donate – Once you’ve done it, give just £5 to CBIT and help support children with brain injuries
Nominate – Challenge friends, family, or colleagues to take part too
No pressure, no competition, just getting active for a great cause. Every £5 donation helps provide crucial support for children and families affected by brain injuries. This challenge is for everyone, whether you walk, run, roll, cycle, scoot, or swim; you set the pace and choose how to complete your 5K.
Don’t forget to tag us in your journey and use #CBIT5KMay so we can celebrate every step with you.
Take part today and make a difference.
How to Take on 5K May and Get Others Involved
5K May is all about making it work for you, and bringing others along for the journey makes it even more powerful. Whether you’re aiming to build a routine, boost your wellbeing, or raise awareness of childhood brain injury, there are so many simple, meaningful ways to get started and inspire others to join you:
Break it down, 5K a day, a week, or across the whole month, whatever fits your lifestyle
Invite friends, family, or colleagues to join you and turn it into a shared challenge
Start a workplace team or friendly competition to boost motivation and fundraising
Share your journey on social media to raise awareness of childhood brain injury and encourage support
Get creative, themed walks, fancy dress runs, or challenge days to keep it fun
Involve children and young people, make it a family activity that builds confidence and connection
Ask for sponsorship or donations to support families affected by acquired brain injury
Celebrate milestones along the way, every step counts and deserves recognition
However you choose to take part, your involvement helps create connection, spark conversations, and drive real impact for children and families navigating life after brain injury.
Join our Strava Group
Strava is a popular fitness app that allows people to track their walks, runs, cycles, and other activities, while connecting with a wider community for motivation and support. For our fundraisers, joining the CBIT Strava group creates a powerful sense of connection, turning individual efforts into a shared journey.
It’s a space where supporters can celebrate milestones, encourage one another, and stay accountable, all while visibly contributing to something bigger than themselves. By sharing progress and stories along the way, fundraisers not only stay motivated but also help raise awareness of childhood brain injury, showing others the collective impact of every mile completed.
Get in touch
To find out more please contact CBIT's Fundraising Coordinator, Laura Milner.