CK 1000 Charity Challenge

About the Event

The Cure Kids 1000 Charity Challenge is back! After raising over $60,000 for Cure Kids in 2019 and 2020, teams will be back for the third year bravely taking on the rugged landscape of the Mackenzie Country. Traveling roads less chartered and taking in some of the most breath-taking scenery the South Island has to offer, this is not a challenge for the faint-hearted. 

Kicking off in Tekapo on Friday the 29th of October 2021, the team will cover some seriously hardy terrain, circling back to Tekapo for the night then on through South Canterbury on the 30th of October, arriving in Christchurch for a much-deserved celebration to acknowledge the amazing efforts of the team and support crew. 

The team will cover a total of 1000km in just two days while making themselves known to the local community, visiting schools, and thanking local businesses for their support, while raising awareness of Cure Kids vital child health research. 

The Cure Kids 1000 Charity Challenge raises funds for Cure Kids child and adolescent mental health research, all teams entered will help Cure Kids fund research to improve the lives and find better treatments for children suffering from depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health conditions. 

Create your team fundraising page here!

Frequently Asked Questions:

What does the registration fee cover? Buffet breakfast and dinner at Peppers Bluewater Resort on Friday, 29th of October. Cooked lunch during the course on Friday 29th of October. Dinner catering at Peppers Clearwater Resort on Saturday 30th of October. Incidental participation costs.

If I can’t go and need to pull out, will I be able to transfer the registration fee to the following year as credit? No, your registration fee is non-refundable but can be transferred to another person provided they provide the correct information and is signed off by event organisers.

Do I need to book my own accommodation? Yes, you are responsible for booking your own accommodation.

If you choose to stay at Peppers Bluewater on one or both nights of Thursday 28th and Friday, 29th October, please use the discount code PBWCK2021, this will give you an additional 10% off the lowest rate. Bookings must be made direct to Peppers Bluewater Resort.

Call or email Peppers Bluewater Resort Reservations;bluewater@peppers.co.nz / Tel: +6436807000

Can I set up my team fundraising page before paying my registration fee? Yes, but all team members taking part much have paid their registration by the 11th of October 2021.

Do we need to purchase and/ or register a car before we register? No, but you will need to prove the vehicle you plan to use is road-worthy two weeks prior to the event.

Do we need a spare tyre? 100% Each team must have 1 spare tyre while participating in the event.

Can I decorate my car? Yes, definitely! Crazy car decorations are a big part of the rally. The bonnet and two front doors will be needed for sponsors and organiser’s stickers so keep those areas clear for them, the rest is up to you.

Do I need vehicle insurance? Yes, and depending on the age of your car, we recommend third party insurance.

How do we go about buying a cheap car specifically for the rally if I don’t want to use my own? You can request assistance in finding a car from event organisers before you register – CK1000charitychallenge@gmail.com

Can I get local businesses or community groups to sponsor my car? Yes, car sponsorship is really encouraged.

Can sponsors be supplied with a receipt for tax purposes? Yes, a tax receipt can be issued by Cure Kids or all donations through Go Fundraise automatically receive a receipt.

Do all of the funds raised go to Cure Kids? Yes, 100% of the funds you raise will support Cure Kids child health research.