FAQs
The Challenge
What is The Royal 50K?
Run, Walk, or Move 50K this April
This April, we’re challenging you to walk, run or move 50km in support of the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH).
Whether you complete your challenge in a day, a weekend, or across the whole month, the choice is entirely up to you!
By taking part, you will be helping to raise crucial funds to support the RBWH, a hospital that has touched and changed the lives of millions of Queenslanders. Money raised throughout The Royal 50K will be helping to fund advancements in patient care and research, helping to save lives now and into the future.
When is the challenge?
The Royal 50K will run from 1-30 April, 2024.
Throughout April you will run, walk or move your way to 50km!
Registrations will be open from mid-February through until the end of April.
How is the RBWH Foundation involved in The Royal 50K?
The Royal 50K is run by the RBWH Foundation.
The RBWH Foundation is the charity that supports RBWH, STARS, and other prestigious research Institutes and Centres at the Herston Health Precinct. RBWHF helps fund life-saving research and advances in patient care.
The RBWH Foundation exists to connect those who wish to give with the most potent opportunities to make a difference, now and in the future. Our connection with RBWH inspires us.
How can I log my KMs during the Challenge?
Log in and go to your dashboard page (not your fundraising page), click on "My Fitness Activity".
Scroll down until you see "Add Activity" then add the date, activity type (walking, jogging, running, cycling, swimming, etc.) and the number of kms you have completed on that day.
Make sure to click on "save changes" below.
That's it! Another day done and logged!
How do change my Distance Target?
Log in and go to your dashboard page (not your fundraising page), click on "My Fitness Activity".
Enter in your new distance target.
Make sure to click on "save changes" below.
That's it!
Signing Up
What happens if I can't run, walk or move everyday?
Not to worry! The goal you set for the month is exactly that - a goal for the month. You could decide to spread that out evenly over each day or cram it all in over a few days, the choice is yours!
How can I get one of The Royal 50K t-shirts?
Great question! Our fantastic t-shirts for The Royal 50K will be available to participants who raise $200 or more throughout the challenge.
In addition to the t-shirts, participants who raise $400 or more will receive a "Top Fundraiser" medallion.
To learn more visit the prizes page on our website.
You can also find a size guide here.
I need help updating my online profile - who can I contact?
There are options to update your profile located at the top right hand corner of your profile page. If you're still having trouble, click here to contact us.
How long does registration and fundraising stay open?
You will be able to register for The Royal 50K right up until the final day of the challenge (30th April 2024).
However, we recommend getting in early to give yourself the best chance of reaching your fundraising and KM goals!
Fundraising will stay open until 1st May 2024.
Can I still participate if I don't live in Australia?
Yes. You can sign up as a fundraiser or donor if you live outside of Australia - awesome! However please note that our website currency is AUD so any donations received would be made in Australian dollars.
Raising Funds
Will people who donate to me get a tax-deductible receipt?
Yes. Donations of $2 or more are tax deductible. Receipts are issued automatically to the donor after a donation is made through your challenge page.
How do people donate to my fundraising page?
Once your registration is complete, you will be able to set up your own fundraising page. Simply share the link with your family and friends over email or your socials, so they can donate directly to your page!
If you choose to share this via Facebook you may be prompted to create a Facebook fundraiser. We recommend that you do not do this, as any donations made through this channel will not be attributed to your fundraiser page.
Where does the money I raise go?
Money raised through The Royal 50K Challenge will help fund advancements in patient care and research at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. The money raised is helping to save more lives, both now and in the future.
Prizes
When will my merch or prize arrive?
Prizes for our top performing fundraisers will be dispatched in May at the completion of The Royal 50K Challenge. T-shirts and Prizes for incentive winners will be distributed regularly throughout the month of April.
For more information head to The Royal 50K Facebook group.
Is there a size guide for the T-Shirts?
Yes. You can find the size guide here.
