400KM ICONIC CHALLENGE
In July 2022, 19 social runners ran from Fort Hare University in Alice to Nelson Mandela Museum (Mthatha) over 8 days covering a total distance of 400km. The aim was to raise enough funds to benefit 4000 rural / township school boys and girls with school shoes, sanitary towels & sports kits.
APPLICATIONS FOR 2023 OPEN 15th JANUARY 2023!
Think you have what it takes to join this fund raising initiative?
Applications close 15th February 2023.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
RULES OR CRITERIA FOR APPLICANTS:
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The applicant must be at least 18 years or older.
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The application is open to everyone in South Africa.
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In 2023 we are looking for 10 runners for the 400km Iconic Challenge fundraising initiative. 5 runners being male and 5 other runners being female.
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We are looking for 10 runners for the 400km Iconic Challenge Fundraising initiative.
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This is an exhibition run, there are no podium finishes and no prize monies.
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If the applicant is approved and decides not to run anymore, the applicant needs to advise The Icon's Journey Marathon Organising Committee 4 weeks prior to the event.
WHAT RUNNERS MUST KNOW:
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The 400km Iconic Challenge fundraising initiative takes place on the 23rd July 2023 to the 30th July 2022 in the Eastern Cape. The run cuts through Eastern Cape’s Resistance & Liberation Heritage Route.
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The 10 social runners will take part in an 8 days 400km charity run to raise funds that will benefit school boys and girls from underprivileged communities.
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The Icon’s Journey Marathon is liable for the transport and accommodation costs for all 10 social runners.
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The 10 social runners will be sponsored with the Icon's merchandise.
DATE APPLICATIONS OPEN:
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15 January - 15 February 2023
ANNOUNCEMENT OF PARTICIPANTS:
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28 February 2023
