This event has raised over £10 million
About the event
Since 1971 The Macmillan Charity Raceday has raised a staggering £10 million. The proceeds have enabled us to help people living with cancer with financial, physical and emotional support.
One in two of us can expect to receive a cancer diagnosis during our lifetime. Macmillan has an ambitious plan to invest in the cancer workforce across Yorkshire, providing vital care now and building a cancer care system that is fit for the future.
By attending our 53rd Macmillan Charity Raceday you help us to raise the funds which are crucial in helping us to tackle this crisis and ensure people with cancer receive the tailored care and support they need, now and in the future.
Tickets are now available from the York Racecourse website
Buy tickets
If you have any further questions, please get in touch with the High Value Events Team on 020 7840 4800 or email yorkraceday@macmillan.org.uk
Macmillan Ride of Their Lives 2024
We are delighted to announce that the Macmillan Ride of Their Lives is back for 2024.
Applications are now open to become one of 12 amateur riders who will train for six months to prepare for the Ride of Their Lives – racing nine furlongs around the famous Knavesmire course for the first race of the Macmillan Charity Raceday on Saturday 15 June.
Alongside the training each rider will pledge to raise at least £4,000 for Macmillan.
Each rider will receive 4 VIP invitations to the Macmillan Charity Raceday on 15 June 2024 and will be invited to a private box with hospitality.
To apply for this amazing opportunity please complete the application form on the York Racecourse website.
Complete the application form
Please note that the closing date for applications is 17 November 2023.
Once the field has been announced in December 2023 anyone can help the riders fundraise by visiting their donation pages on JustGiving or by attending the raceday on Saturday 15 June 2024.
Macmillan 2024 Jump of their Lives
The Macmillan Jump of Their Lives 2023 was our most successful to date, raising over £55,600.
This year we are doubling the amount of brave thrill seekers pledging to undertake a tandem skydive and raise at least £1800 for Macmillan in the process.
The jump will take place on Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 June 2024 at Bridlington Airfield - East Leys Farm, Grindale, Bridlington, East Yorkshire, YO16 4YB.
Each participant will receive 2 VIP invitations to the Macmillan Charity Raceday on 15 June 2024.
If you would like to join next year’s group of thrill seekers, please complete an application form:
Complete the application form
If you have any questions about the opportunity, please email: yorkraceday@macmillan.org.uk.
Please note that the closing date for applications is Wednesday 31 Jan 2024.
How the Macmillan Charity Raceday helps people living with cancer in Yorkshire
Diagnosed with throat cancer in October 2022, Adam's diagnosis came as a shock but was helped by Macmillan throughout his treatment and recovery.
"I had brilliant support from the Macmillan nurses who were so kind and caring. They looked after me on my hospital visits.
“I was put through the system quickly, and all the staff I met were fantastic, including the Macmillan staff. When I had radiotherapy all the staff in the team were really caring and I built up a good relationship with them. I was very well looked after.”
Adam, North Yorkshire
How to get involved
- Donate by text
If you would like to donate to the Macmillan Charity Raceday to support people living with cancer in Yorkshire you can text YORK to 70550 to make a single £5 donation, YORK10 to 70550 to make a single £10 donation or YORK20 to make a single £20 donation.
T&C's: Obtain bill payer's permission. Age 16+. UK mobiles only. One-off donations charged at £5, £10 or £20 + std rate. Macmillan Cancer Support is a registered charity in England & Wales 261017, Scotland SC039907, and Isle of Man 604. Macmillan receives 100% of your donation. For more information call our Supporter Care team on 0300 1000 200.
- Donate online
Make a donation
- Sign up for the Jump of Their Lives
You can register your interest to participate in the 2024 Jump of Their Lives by completing an application form. Please note the deadline for applications is Wednesday 31 Jan 2024.
- Complete the application form
- Contact the High Value Events team
You can speak to a member of the High Value Events team to share any ideas about how you would like to get involved by emailing yorkraceday@macmillan.org.uk.
- Volunteer
The Macmillan Charity Raceday relies on a huge team of volunteers. If you can spare your time and be part of this historic event, please volunteer.
Apply to volunteer
To speak to the volunteer team please email teammacvols@macmillan.org.uk.
- Donate to the Auction
Gifts in kind are a fantastic way for individuals and companies alike to support charities like Macmillan Cancer Support. We are always looking for new and exciting prizes to add to our online and live auctions and promote to supporters.
If you would like more information on how you can support Macmillan Cancer Support through a prize donation please contact yorkraceday@macmillan.org.uk.
- Join our Event Committee
If you would like to be part of the Macmillan Charity Raceday Committee in Yorkshire, please email yorkraceday@macmillan.org.uk.
Frequently answered questions
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How is the money being spent?All the money raised for The Macmillan Charity Raceday will be spent on Macmillan services in the Yorkshire region. This could include grant to patients, allied health professionals and support workers.
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I won’t be able to attend on the day, can I still support the event?
We are sorry that you cannot be with us on the day, but there are plenty of ways that you can still get involved:
- If you would like to donate to the Macmillan Charity Raceday to support people living with cancer in Yorkshire you can text YORK to 70550 to make a single £5 donation, YORK10 to 70550 to make a single £10 donation or YORK20 to make a single £20 donation.
- You can make an online donation
- You can speak to a member of the High Value Events team to share any ideas about how you would like to get involved by emailing yorkraceday@macmillan.org.uk.
T&C's: Obtain bill payer's permission. Age 16+. UK mobiles only. One-off donations charged at £5, £10 or £20 + std rate. Macmillan Cancer Support is a registered charity in England & Wales 261017, Scotland SC039907, and Isle of Man 604. Macmillan receives 100% of your donation. For more information call our Supporter Care team on 0300 1000 200.
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I am a corporate and want to support the fundraisingWe welcome any involvement from corporates to elevate the success of our events. If you are interested in finding out more about our sponsorship opportunities for the Macmillan Charity Raceday please contact us on 020 7840 4800 or email yorkraceday@macmillan.org.uk.
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How do I support with a prize donation?
Gifts in kind are a fantastic way for individuals and companies alike to support charities like Macmillan Cancer Support. We are always looking for new and exciting prizes to add to our online and live auctions and promote to supporters.
If you would like more information on how you can support Macmillan Cancer Support through a prize donation please contact yorkraceday@macmillan.org.uk.
In partnership with York Racecourse