Stand Tall, Aim High, Be Kind
Take on the
#10Challenge for
Frankie
We’re inviting you to challenge yourself to complete 10 of something in 2026.
Run 10k. Bake 10 cakes. Climb 10 hills. Read 10 books. Do 10 acts of kindness.
However you choose to take part, please consider using our JustGiving page to collect sponsorship and help us reach our £10,000 target for SUDC UK this year.
Together, we can make a difference in Frankie’s name.
2026 EVENTS
MARCH 2026
Parliamentary Debate – 24th March
SUDC UK are asking the government for a national plan and a supported route map to answers for families affected by Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood. We’re incredibly proud to support this and can’t wait to share more from the day.
SUDC Awareness Day – 18th March
March is SUDC Awareness Month — a time for families, professionals and supporters to raise awareness of Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood. Find information and resources at: https://sudc.org.uk/awareness-2026/
APRIL 2026
Manchester Marathon – 19th April
You’ll find us in our usual cheering spot (next to Subway in Altrincham!) supporting our amazing FOF runner. Come and help us make as much Frankie noise as possible!
MAY 2026
Great Manchester Run – 31st May
We’re lucky to have a FOF runner taking part in the 10k. We’ll be setting up camp somewhere along the route — keep an eye on our socials if you’d like to join us and cheer!
JUNE 2026
Father’s Day Weekend – FOF FC vs Expeditors FC – 20th June
Join us on Salisbury Fields for a fantastic family afternoon of football, food, drinks, games and community spirit.
Altrincham Parade – 27th June
Look out for our float! Wave, dance along, and enjoy Frankie’s favourite tunes as we celebrate together.
JULY 2026
Party in the Car Park – 18th July (1pm–9pm)
The Moss Trooper, Timperley
A fun-filled family afternoon packed with dancing, games, live music… and of course, giraffes!
SEPTEMBER 2026
Altrincham 10K – 6th September
Could this be your #10Challenge for Frankie?
We’re hoping to turn the streets of Altrincham yellow once again. We’ll be wearing our yellow giraffe t-shirts and giraffe ears to help spread Frankie’s message.
Sign up here:
https://www.runthrough.co.uk/event/altrincham-10k-2026
Let us know if you’re joining via DM, socials, or email: friendsoffrankie19@outlook.com
We’ll provide the t-shirts and giraffe ears!
OCTOBER 2026
Global Wave of Light – 15th October, 7pm
The Global Wave of Light marks the end of Baby Loss Awareness Week, as families around the world light candles to remember babies who died during pregnancy, childbirth or infancy.
We’ll be bringing back our FOF candles in 2026 — more details coming soon.
NOVEMBER 2026
World Kindness Day – 13th November
Kindness means everything to us. As part of our FOF motto, #bekind, we’ll be honouring Frankie through acts of kindness.
If you’d like to take part, you can contact SUDC UK to order kindness cards here:
https://sudc.org.uk/contact-form/
Thank you!
Every event, every donation, every cheer, and every act of kindness helps us move closer to answers and greater awareness.
Thank you for standing with us, supporting SUDC UK, and keeping Frankie’s light shining bright.
