Before we get into what why we are raising funds, lets show you what DR has achieved in the last 3 years alone

180 – number of FN people who have participated in the DR beginners program

3 – Leadership Camps

26 – people received Nationally accredited qualifications

7- people casually employed as running coaches

8- DR who ran their first marathon

SO WHAT EXACTLY ARE WE TRYING TO DO?

Deadly Runners is raising $30,000 to support 10 First Nations runners and leaders travelling to Canada in August 2026 to participate in the Canadian Death Race and a cultural exchange alongside other First Nations runners from Canada.

This is not simply about sending people on a trip. It’s about creating opportunities that many of our runners never imagined would be possible.

Through Deadly Runners, we’ve seen people go from never running before to completing marathons, becoming coaches, leading community sessions and stepping into leadership roles within their families and communities. Running has become the vehicle, but the real impact is confidence, connection, health, leadership and community change.

The runners selected for Canada have earned their place through consistency, commitment and contribution to the Deadly Runners community. Many are already leading sessions, mentoring others and creating ripple effects in their own communities. They are representing something much bigger than themselves.

The Canadian Death Race is one of the world’s most recognised ultra trail events and will bring our runners together with other Indigenous runners from Canada in an environment built around endurance, culture, leadership and connection to Country. It’s a rare opportunity for cultural exchange, representation and learning on an international stage.

THE BARRIERS

Like many grassroots organisations, the biggest barrier isn’t vision or impact, it’s resources. International travel, accommodation, transport, camping logistics and event costs add up quickly, especially when we are committed to keeping opportunities accessible to community members rather than only those who can personally afford them.

Deadly Runners has worked hard to build pathways that remove barriers, not reinforce them. We don’t want opportunities like this to only exist for the privileged few. At the same time, we continue delivering free run clubs, leadership camps and community programs across multiple communities while trying to grow sustainable income streams for the future.

WHERE YOU OUR SUPPORTERS FIT IN

By supporting this campaign, you are investing in much more than an event. You are backing First Nations leadership, representation in endurance sport, cultural exchange and stronger communities. They are helping create opportunities that flow far beyond race day itself.

Supporters will be part of the journey as the team trains, prepares and represents community on the world stage. Most importantly, they will be helping back a movement built around strength, leadership and connection.

YOU GET SOME REALLY DEADLY REWARDS FOR YOU SUPPORT!!