ABOUT FULL SPEED CHALLENGE / À PROPOS DU DéFI à PLEINE VITESSE CAMPAIGN
 
 
 
The Full Speed Challenge is a virtual team-based sports challenge where you accumulate kilometers and donations. An adventure that allows you to push your limits, connect with other sports enthusiasts, and make a real difference.
Le Défi À pleine vitesse est un défi sportif virtuel en équipe, où tu accumules des kilomètres et des dons. Une aventure qui te permet de repousser tes limites, de connecter avec d’autres passionné.e.s de sport et de faire une réelle différence.
 
What you need to know about the challenge:
 
From May 14 to May 28, 2025
In teams of 3 to 5 participants
An ambitious fundraising goal of $100,000
A target of $250 in donations raised per participant

Ce qu’il faut savoir sur le défi :

Du 14 au 28 mai 2025

En équipes de 3 à 5 participant.e.s

Un objectif de collecte ambitieux de 100 000 $

Un objectif individuel de 250 $ en dons amassés par participant.e

 
Three team prizes to win*
 
Most funds raised
 
Most kilometers cycled**
 
Most kilometers run or walked**

Trois prix d’équipe à gagner*

L’équipe ayant amassé le plus de dons

L’équipe ayant parcouru le plus de kilomètres à vélo**

L’équipe ayant parcouru le plus de kilomètres en course ou en marche**

 
Want to learn more? Visit the official web page of the challenge.
 
* We encourage you to form teams around one of the sports (cycling or running and walking) to maximize your chances of winning.
 
** Calculated based on average per team member.

Tu veux en savoir plus? Visite la page officielle du Défi.

*On vous encourage à former des équipes autour d’un sport (vélo ou course et marche) pour maximiser vos chances de gagner.

** Calcul basé sur la moyenne par membre de l’équipe, avec un minimum de 250 $ en dons amassés par participant.e pour être éligible.

 
FITNESS GOAL
COMPLETED: 0 KM
TARGET: 20,001 KM
FUNDRAISING GOAL
RAISED: CA$ 1,000
TARGET: CA$ 100,000
HOW IT WORKS
Register for the campaign and set your fitness & fundraising targets.
Click here to set-up your devices (Strava), or download our iOS or Android apps.
Share your story and raise funds & awareness.
Track workouts anywhere & anytime and complete goal.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
FONDATION DE LA RECHERCHE PEDIATRIQUE
In addition to funding excellence-based research, the Foundation accompanies young patients throughout their lives, making sure they have access to the latest advances in pediatric research.



En plus de financer la recherche d’excellence, la Fondation est présente à chaque étape de la vie des jeunes malades afin qu’ils profitent des dernières avancées de la recherche en pédiatrie.

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HOW YOUR PARTICIPATION HELPS
The funds raised through the Full Speed Challenge directly support excellence-based research—large-scale projects dedicated to preventing and ultimately curing childhood diseases. These projects are led by top researchers and focus on the most pressing scientific needs in pediatric health. They span six key areas of excellence and are carried out in collaboration with Quebec’s four pediatric health research centers. By participating, you are helping to advance
groundbreaking research that has the potential to transform children’s lives.

Les fonds amassés dans le cadre du Défi à pleine vitesse soutiennent directement la recherche axée sur l’excellence — des projets d’envergure dédiés à la prévention et, ultimement, à la guérison des maladies infantiles. Ces projets sont menés par les meilleurs chercheur.euse.s et ciblent les besoins scientifiques les plus urgents en santé pédiatrique. Ils couvrent six grands axes d’excellence et sont réalisés en collaboration avec les quatre centres de recherche en santé pédiatrique du Québec. En participant, tu contribues à faire avancer une recherche novatrice qui a le pouvoir de transformer la vie des enfants.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Charity Footprints?

Charity Footprints is a social enterprise that connects fitness and charitable giving. We empower people just like you, to get fit & give back.

Our Virtual Races allow non-profits to challenge their patrons to run, walk or ride and raise funds just as they would in a fundraising walkathon. The best part - charities save over 45% in event and logistical costs. So, the dollars that you pay to register or fundraise, go farther.

What is the campaign registration fee?

This campaign is free to participate in.

However, we encourage you to donate optional/suggested amount during registration or you can always donate any amount on your fundraising page after the registration.

How can I create my fundraising page?

Well, you wouldn't have to create a separate fundraising page. Once you register for this campaign, we'll give you the link to your fundraising page.

How will I track my distance?

You can track your workouts by setting up your devices (Strava), or download the Charity Footprints' iOS or Android app and track your workouts toward this campaign. ?>

If you workout indoors (treadmill, elliptical, stationary bike etc.), you can upload your workouts here.

How do I join a team on this campaign?

While registering for the campaign, select the team you'd like to join or create a new team and invite others to #GetFitGiveBack with you. If you want to join a team (or create your team) after registration, login to the campaign site and you would find a link to edit "My Team" in the menu under your profile in the header.

I am an international donor (non-US), what are my donation charges and tax-deductibility?

All donations are made in US dollars, so the donations may be levied an exchange rate fee via your bank. Donors will want to connect with their bank to determine exactly what that fee may be. Additionally, international donors will need to reach out to a tax professional to discuss if and how tax deductibility will apply to their donation.

Who can sponsor my fundraising efforts?

The short answer is - everyone. The fundraising research shows that the number one reason for people not donating is that they weren't asked to.

That said, there are things you can do to attract people to sponsor you. Adding a picture to your fundraising page, telling potential donors why this cause is so personal to you, sharing your fundraising page on social media, email, and chat groups.

Last, if your employer has a gift matching program, check with the human resources department to support your favorite cause as well.

Who can I contact if I need help?

You can contact us any time if you need help. We love hearing from our users so please don't hesitate to write to us about issues, suggestions, or to just say hi. You can also contact the non-profit administrator directly if you would like.

How do I change or switch my team?

If you want to join a team (or create your team) after registration, login to the campaign site and you would find a link to edit "My Team" in the menu under your profile in the header.