Runners invited to join Love Luton Run Fest 2026 to support cancer charity
The Lewis Foundation is calling on runners to take part in the Love Luton Run Fest on the 11th October 2026 to raise funds for its ongoing mission to provide free gift packs and support for adult cancer patients at Luton & Dunstable Hospital.
Taking place in Luton town and open to runners of all abilities, Love Luton Run Fest is a community led event designed to raise vital funds for local charities. The Lewis Foundation, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, is encouraging runners to join the 5k, 10k or half marathon races to raise as much money as possible for the cause.
Runners are asked to commit to a minimum fundraising target in exchange for a free charity place and complimentary The Lewis Foundation branded t-shirt.
The Luton 5K requires £100 minimum fundraising (excluding gift aid)
The Luton 10k requires £150 minimum fundraising (excluding gift aid)
The Luton Half Marathon requires £200 minimum (excluding gift aid)
The Lewis Foundation currently supports 17 hospitals, including the Luton and Dunstable Hospital, and provides over 2,000 gift packs every month to support adult cancer patients. These gift packs support patients in need of everyday essentials, comfort products, snacks and entertainment. The charity continues to expand its reach through fundraising events, community partnerships and supporter-led challenges as part of its 10-year anniversary celebrations.
Lorraine Lewis, co-founder and CEO of The Lewis Foundation, said: “Love Luton Run Fest is a fantastic opportunity for the community to come together and make a real difference. Every runner who takes part helps us to continue bringing comfort and kindness to people going through cancer treatment. The funds raised go directly towards our gift packs, which make a huge difference to patients in the local hospitals, and we can’t wait to see all the runners out in force in October”
To sign up as part of the The Lewis Foundation team for either the 5k, 10k or half marathon visit the website here https://www.thelewisfoundation.co.uk/event-details/lovelutontlf
For anyone who would like to support The Lewis Foundation through fundraising, volunteering or donating, please email [email protected] or visit www.thelewisfoundation.co.uk.