Charity Places 2026
Put your efforts to good use by supporting a charity at Ride the North 2026
The last few years have been difficult for charities …your support can really make a difference.
You can bypass the entry system by going direct to any of our charity partners. They will be grateful for your support.
Over the past 13 years RtN participants have raised in the region of £2.75m for charity. In 2026, we have a number of partner charities with protected places for riders who wish to support them.
The terms & conditions for use of these places is determined by the charities involved.
Charity Partners for 2026
Reach Across
Reach Across was born in 2015 after the tragic loss of a loved one to suicide. Now a registered charity based in Arbroath, Reach Across voluntarily provide help and support for people who are experiencing mental health issues. Contact reach-across@hotmail.com
Archie Foundation
Making the difference for local sick children when they are in hospital or require long-term medical treatment. Providing training and equipment, specialist staff, child-friendly environments, and support to families. Please get in touch with Rebecca via rebecca.duncan@archie.org
Alzheimer Scotland
Providing a wide range of specialist services for people with dementia and their carers, including personalised support services, community activities, information & advice. For more info contact Emma Russell via emmarussell@alzscot.org
All Life Chances
Helping to create community hubs – physical or virtual – which support children, young people and their families in Aberdeen’s most deprived areas. Working with organisations across the private, public and third sectors, we can drive meaningful change, build stronger communities and improve lives. Contact leanne@alllifechances.org
Charlie House
Charlie House was founded with the goal to improve the quality of life for babies, children and young people in the North-east of Scotland who have a life-limiting or life-threatening condition, by providing support for them and their families. Please contact Ryan via ryan.wilson@charliehouse.org.uk
Outfit Moray
Outdoor learning and adventure charity which supports vulnerable and disadvantaged young people. Contact Karen Cox via karen.cox@outfitmoray.com
Friends of Anchor
serving oncology and haematology patients throughout the North-east of Scotland, including Orkney and Shetland. Investing directly into research, equipment and wellbeing within the Foresterhill Health Campus. Contact Vanessa via vanessa.walker@friendsofanchor.org
Befriend A Child
Supporting school-aged children who are growing up in and around Aberdeen in troubled and disadvantaged circumstances. Contact Jenna Simpson via j.simpson@befriendachild.org.uk or on 01224 210060
Erskine
Providing unrivalled support to Veterans in Scotland, through care homes, a Veterans Village, comprising of 44 cottages, an Activities Centre, five Assisted Living Apartments and 23 Transitional Supported Apartments. Contact Michael via michael.parkes@erskine.org.uk or on 07899 066228
Friends of Neuro Ward
Bringing communities, healthcare professionals and government together to spread the word about the impact of neurological injuries and disorders throughout the North East of Scotland. Contact Shona Gossip via info@fotnw.org
