Update (September 2025):

After battling pneumonia, gastro, and also two rounds of antibiotics, I had to pause the challenge after Day 1. The good news is I’m now back on my feet and have pencilled in October 6th as the new official start date.

The goal hasn’t changed — every kilometre will still be run, and the $50K target for The Mirabel Foundation remains. This pause hasn’t weakened my resolve; it’s only made me more determined.

Thanks to everyone who has already donated . Please keep sharing and supporting so we can hit that $50K target.

Hi, my name is Mark Carpenter and I’m taking on the 50K for 50 Days challenge — 2,500 KM in total — to raise $50,000 for The Mirabel Foundation. The goal remains the same: to run 50 kilometres every day for 50 days, showing what’s possible when we move with purpose and resilience, while raising funds for kids who need it most.

Mirabel supports children who have been orphaned or abandoned due to parental drug use — giving them hope, support, and a better future.

Follow the journey on Instagram @markcarpenterau and at https://www.50k50days.com

This cause is close to my heart. I know, from my own experience, how childhood's can shape a life. And I know how much difference the right support, care and resilience can make.

Running has been part of my own healing journey — and now I want to use it to help others.

Why 50 for 50?

Because I turn 50 this year — and I want this run to be a milestone for good: to show what’s possible when we move with purpose, and to raise funds for kids who need it most.

You can follow the full journey — from training through to the 50 days of running — on Instagram (@markcarpenterau) and the campaign site (https://50k50days.com. I’ll be sharing the highs, the lows, the kilometres, and the community.

Your support will help fund life-changing programs for children doing it tough — with donations going directly to The Mirabel Foundation (minus standard processing fees).

If you can, please donate — any amount helps.

And if you’re not in a position to give right now, one of the most powerful things you can do is share this GoFundMe page — and the @markcarpenterau Instagram account — with your friends, family, or followers. Every share helps spread the story, grow the movement, and bring this message of resilience to more people — and more kids who need our help.

Want to run with me or log your own kilometres in solidarity?

Join the 50K for 50 Days Strava Club here: https://www.strava.com/clubs/50k50days

Everyone is welcome — every kilometre counts. Together, we can run for resilience.

Together, we can make a real difference.

Thank you for your support,

Mark