Heather’s Heroes Match Funding Boost for Maggie’s Run the Runway 2026

£10,000 Match Funding Boost Announced for Inverness Airport Run the Runway 2026

A popular fundraising event which has raised more than £300,000 since its inception has been given an extra boost this year.

Supporters taking part in this year’s Run the Runway event at Inverness Airport will have the chance to double their impact, thanks to £10,000 of match funding from Heather’s Heroes.

The much-loved fundraising event in aid of cancer charity Maggie’s Highlands, returning on Saturday the 22nd of August, will see participants take on a unique midnight 5k walk, jog, or run down Inverness Airport’s runway, guided only by the runway lights.

Allan Dallas Jnr, Heather’s Heroes trustee, said:

“Heathers Heroes are delighted to be supporting Maggie’s Highland with their Run the Runway event this year.
 
It is always a great event and gives people a unique opportunity to run on the Inverness Airport runway whilst raising funds for the centre.
 
Maggie’s Highland really do support people when they need it most and we hope our commitment to match fund the first £10,000 raised by the event will give everyone an added incentive to maximise their fundraising”.

Participants of all abilities have been encouraged to sign up for Run the Runway, with entry priced at £15 for adults and £10 for children, and a suggested sponsorship target of £115.

This year’s highest fundraiser will be the lucky recipient of a pair of return flights on the Inverness to Dublin route, kindly donated by Emerald Airlines. Maggie’s Highlands, based in the grounds of Raigmore Hospital in Inverness, provides a warm and welcoming space where people with cancer, and their family and friends, can access free expert support.

With no appointments, no waiting lists and no time limits, Maggie’s offers vital practical, emotional and psychological support when it is needed most.

Dan Mason, Inverness Airport Manager, said:

“We’re proud to host Run the Runway once again and support the fantastic work of Maggie’s Highlands.

Heather’s Heroes very generous match funding pledge will make this year’s event even more impactful, helping every pound raised go even further.

We look forward to welcoming participants for another memorable evening on the runway.”

Don’t miss out! Those looking to take part in the event can register online through Eventbrite.