Wednesday 13 May 2026
A Festival of Purpose is coming to Sydney’s Northern Beaches
Brace yourself for an immersive one-day event that unites local businesses, schools and charities to collaborate for IMPACT.
Walk for What Matters
What is STRYDE4 Day, Northern Beaches?
STRYDE4 Day is an inclusive 10km walk (not a run!) from Kierle Park, Manly to Curl Curl Lagoon and back - bringing the community together through movement and purpose.
Along the way, enjoy 15 high-energy Activation Zones like bucket golf, silent disco, ice baths, photo challenges, sport, trivia and more - where fun meets impact.
It’s also a powerful fundraising event for local charities with 100% impact.
More than a walk, STRYDE4 Day builds kindness, leadership and connection - showing everyone that their actions can help shape a better world.
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For local businesses
STRYDE4 Day is a powerful way to activate teams, engage with customers and demonstrate community leadership.
We invite business partners to showcase their brand in a meaningful way, build visibility across the Northern Beaches and align with causes that matter to them.
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For local schools
This is a fun, safe and inclusive way for students and community groups to get active, play together and give back.
It promotes teamwork, wellbeing and social responsibility while showcasing school leadership.
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For charities
STRYDE4 Day offers a high impact platform to raise awareness, engage supporters and amplify their mission.
100% of funds go directly to charities, across 6 not-for-profit sectors. Every dollar raised directly supports nominated High Impact Projects.
Course Info
13 May 2026
📅 DATE: Wednesday, 13 May 2026
⏰ TIME: 8:30am – 2:00pm
🚶 STRYDE: 10km walk (not run)
📍 WHERE: Keirle Park, Manly → Curl Curl Lagoon → return loop
🎉 PLAY: 15 immersive activation zones, live entertainment, local showcases & more.
Registrations Open!
Join us by selecting your charity below
Who will you STRYDE4?
Click the registration button below the charity you'd like to support
STRYDE4 Day lets you support the causes that matter most to you.
Choose from six not-for-profit sectors - Mental Health, Cancer, Indigenous, Families, Disability and Environment - with 100% of funds going directly to charity. Each charity has a $10,000 High Impact Project to bring to life, with additional funds invested wisely by them.
Explore the charities and projects we’ll support in 2026, with more coming soon!
Can’t see yours? Get in touch with us to express your interest.
Mental Health
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Well Thanks is committed to making mental health programs accessible to vulnerable, rural and regional Australians. By delivering practical, community-focused initiatives, the organisation works to remove barriers to support, strengthen wellbeing, and promote early intervention and connection.
High Impact Project – The In A Good Place Project
The In A Good Place Project funds community-led activities that reduce isolation, challenge mental health stigma, and build stronger social connections. It empowers local communities to create meaningful, grassroots solutions that support mental wellbeing and resilience.
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Reach out to Sally to discuss your charity getting involved.
Environment
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The Griffith Park Long Reef Restoration Project
This project restores and expands a degraded coastal ecosystem while creating meaningful, supported employment. Through targeted bushland rehabilitation, Bushlink teams will rebuild biodiversity, strengthen habitat connectivity, and improve the long-term resilience of this vital wildlife corridor.
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Reach out to Sally to discuss your charity getting involved.
Families
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Captain Starlight Program
This project brightens the hospital experience for 250 seriously ill children at Sydney Children’s Hospital by bringing fun, laughter, and positive distraction through the Starlight Express Rooms. By reducing stress, anxiety, and boredom, the program helps children feel happier, more confident, and better able to cope with treatment — creating moments of joy when they are needed most.
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The Hunger Project
The Hunger Project works to end hunger by activating local leaders and empowering communities to drive their own sustainable change. By shifting mindsets, strengthening local leadership, and building inclusive social systems, the project creates lasting pathways out of hunger and poverty.
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Clown Doctors Australia
Clown Doctors Australia brings laughter, play, and human connection into children’s hospitals, helping young patients cope with fear, pain, and anxiety. By transforming clinical moments into experiences of comfort and resilience, Clown Doctors create joy, calm, and confidence when children need it most.
Indigenous
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Bringing Deadly Coders Online to Sydney Schools
This project provides fully subsidised access to Deadly Coders Online for Sydney schools with high Indigenous student populations, making coding and digital skills accessible to more students. By equipping teachers and engaging learners, the initiative helps build early STEM confidence and pathways for future Indigenous digital leaders.
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Reach out to Sally to discuss your charity getting involved.
Cancer
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Targeted Sarcoma Immunotherapy
This project supports the development of a biodegradable gel that delivers mRNA immunotherapy directly to sarcoma surgical sites, helping the immune system eliminate remaining cancer cells. The goal is to reduce recurrence and improve outcomes for paediatric patients.
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Can Assist Transport Support
This project helps country cancer patients reach essential treatment by covering transport costs such as petrol and taxi fares. The goal is simple: remove distance and financial barriers so no patient delays or misses care.
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Reach out to Sally to discuss your charity getting involved.
Disability
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Restoring Sight in Indigenous Communities
This project helps reduce avoidable vision loss by delivering cataract surgeries and removing barriers to care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients. Support enables life-changing treatment that restores sight and strengthens community wellbeing.
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Reach out to Sally to discuss your charity getting involved.
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Reach out to Sally to discuss your charity getting involved.
