Running 50K a Day for 50 Days to Raise $50K for Mirabel

Hi, my name is Mark Carpenter and starting this September 6th, 2025, I’ll be running 50 kilometres every day for 50 days straight — 2,500 KM in total — to raise $50,000 for The Mirabel Foundation.

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.

As part of the 50 days, I’ll be running one of the 50Ks at the Surf Coast Century on September 13th — one of the most incredible, welcoming, and community-driven running events I’ve ever experienced. It was one of my key motivators for taking on this challenge. If you’re thinking about signing up, do it — or simply soak up the amazing event atmosphere. Either way, please do come and say hi!

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