You can register for the event here with no registration fee. Please note that while registration is free, you will be required to fundraise or donate the minimum amount to qualify to participate in the Ruckathon and be entitled to an Entry Pack.
Please note that one email address can only be used to register for one account (participant). Each participant will need to have their own account to participate in the event.The registration period for the Ruckathon is 2 May 2024 0000h to 5 September 2024 2359h. You will need to register and fundraise your minimum fundraising amount by 31 August 2024 2359h in order to qualify for the Ruckathon.
Fundraising can continue till 31 October 2024 2359h.| Individuals - Age Category* | Minimum Fundraising Amount |
|---|---|
| Adult (>12 years old) | SGD 100/pax |
| Child (6 to 12 years old) | SGD 50/pax |
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To register for a New Team, please register here and select the 'Team Leader of a New Team' option. A team code will then be issued to the Team Leader's profile. Remember to share the team code with the rest of your team members for their registration.
Please note that one email address can only be used to register for one account (participant). Each participant will need to have their own account to participate in the event.
You may refer to our Team Leader & New Members Registration Step-by-Step Guide.For Team Leaders, login to your profile, scroll to the bottom and under 'Invite your Family and Friends to join your team', click 'COPY LINK' or share the invitation URL through various channels.
You may refer to our Team Leader & New Members Registration Step-by-Step Guide.To join an Existing Team, please register here and select the 'New Member of Existing Team' option. Remember to use the team code provided by your Team Leader. Alternatively, you may request for the unique 'join team' link from your Team Leader.
There is no maximum number of members limit for team registration.
You may refer to our Team Leader & New Members Registration Step-by-Step Guide.The minimum fundraising amount as a team is the sum of all team members' minimum fundraising amounts based on age category. Once the team's minimum fundraising amount is met, regardless of an individual's fundraised amount, the whole team is qualified to participate in the Ruckathon and be entitled to their Entry Pack.
Example 1:| Team | Total no. of adults (>12 years old) |
Total no. of children (6 to 12 years old) |
Minimum Fundraising Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Team A | 15 | 0 | 15 x $100 = $1,500 |
| Team B | 4 | 2 | (4 x $100) + (2 x $50) = $500 |
If the total team's minimum fundraising amount is not reached, only individual team members who have achieved their own minimum fundraising amount will be qualified to participate in the Ruckathon and be entitled to their Entry Pack.
Example 2:| Team | Member 1 (>12 years old) |
Member 2 (>12 years old) |
Member 3 (>12 years old) |
Team's total fundraised amount | Team's minimum qualifying amount | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team C | $125 | $125 | $50 | $300 | $300 | All qualified. |
| Team D | $100 | $100 | $50 | $250 | $300 | Only members 1 and 2 are qualified. Member 3 will not be qualified. |
The Entry Pack Collection is a two-day event taking place on 7 and 8 September 2024. The Entry Pack is an entitlement to participants who qualify for the Ruckathon. Each pack includes the Ruckathon bib, Ruckathon merchandise and other exciting items!
Participants must collect their Entry Pack before the event, collection details are in the next question.| Date | 7 & 8 September 2024 |
|---|---|
| Time | 11am to 8pm |
| Venue |
Waterway Point The Cove, Basement 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761 |
We will not be providing backpacks for the Ruckathon. We're committed to maintaining an eco-friendly and sustainable event, so we encourage participants to bring their own backpacks.
Additionally, we're striving to keep costs minimal to ensure that most funds raised go directly to the programmes benefiting the beneficiaries. Your understanding and support in this matter are greatly appreciated.To symbolise us uplifting the burdens on our beneficiaries' shoulders, we hope everyone can carry a backpack.
Please bring your own essential items such as a filled water bottle, poncho, umbrella, light snacks, towel, sunblock, cap, sunglasses, and change of clothes.
For adults (> 12 years old), we encourage you to carry a backpack of minimum 5 kg, unless for health or medical reasons. Here are some items that you can fill your backpacks with:- More filled water bottles
- Umbrella
- Gym gears i.e. weights
- Notebooks / Books / Textbooks
- First aid kit
- We encourage you to find items that are readily-available at home.
Uplift For Life Ruckathon 2024 will be held on the 14 September 2024, Saturday, from 7am to 12pm at the Punggol Waterway Park. The reporting venue is The Plaza at Waterway Point.
Address:
Waterway Point
The Plaza, Basement 1
83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
By Train
- Alight at Punggol MRT/LRT Station (NE17/PTC)
- Walk through Exit A and walk down Waterway Point's 24-hour Boardwalk.
- Take Bus Service Nos: Nos. 3 (from Tampines), 34 (from Changi), 43 (from Upper East Coast Terrace), 50 (from Bishan), 62 (from Geylang), 82 (Punggol Loop), 83 (from Sengkang), 84 (Punggol Loop), 85 (from Yishun), 119 (Punggol Loop), 136 (from Ang Mo Kio).
- Alight at Punggol Interchange then walk about 5 mins to Waterway Point.
- Drive from CTE (Central Expressway)
- Head north on CTE
- Keep right and merge onto TPE
- Take exit 9 for Punggol Road
- Continue on Punggol Road and turn left onto Punggol Central.
- Waterway Point will be on the left.
- Drive from KPE (Kallang - Paya Lebar Expressway)
- Take the exit towards SLE/Jln Kayu/Punggol Road
- Take exit 9 for Punggol Road
- Continue on Punggol Road and turn left onto Punggol Central.
- Waterway Point will be on the left.
- Drive from TPE (Tampines Expressway)
- Head northeast on TPE
- Take exit 10 for Sengkang East Road towards Punggol Way
- Continue on Punggol Way and turn right onto Punggol Field
- Turn left onto Punggol Place
- Turn left onto Punggol Central
- Waterway Point will be on the left.
Parking
Car
1st hour entry (6am to 5.59am) : $1.60 for first hour
Every subsequent half hour or part thereof: $0.80
$1.50 per entry
Participants are to report at 7am. The first wave will be flagged off at 7.30am. Each wave will be 10 minutes apart. Flag-off times are subject to change.
The start pen will open 30 minutes before each respective flag-off and will close 15 minutes after the flag-off time.Participants must wear their bibs while participating in the Ruckathon. It allows us to easily identify the participant and retrieve any emergency contact information if needed. There is also an emergency hotline number indicated on the reverse side of your bib.
We reserve the right to deny entry of participants into the start pen without valid bibs.The 5-km route is a park connector path along Punggol Waterway Park and is wheelchair accessible.
Additionally, our adventure zones offer flexibility in tackling obstacles, allowing participants to engage in activities according to their abilities. Our team of route marshals and adventure guides will be readily available to provide assistance and support throughout the event.
It's important to note that participation in the adventure zones is not compulsory, ensuring that individuals can choose activities that align with their capabilities. While efforts have been made to make the event as accessible as possible, some adventure zones may pose challenges for individuals with certain disabilities. We encourage participants to reach out to us for specific accommodations or assistance needed.Your safety is of utmost importance to us. Please alert the route marshals or medical responders for medical attention. If you have your mobile phone with you, please contact the emergency hotline number indicated on the reverse side of your bib.
In case of emergency, you may also contact the customer service hotline at 8832 1395.- In the event of a category 1 weather with lighting risk prior to the event, we will not flag-off the Ruckathon.
- In the event of rain or lightning during the event, kindly head to the nearest hydration point where volunteers will be on hand to assist you and give further directions.
- 5km – 2.5 hours after the flag-off time
You can share your public profile page (by clicking the social media icons) with your family and friends and ask them to support you. All donations support Care Corner Singapore.
We have also specially prepared fundraising resources to make your fundraising journey easier!The total amount of funds you’ve raised and the people who donated via your page will be shown in your profile page.
Remember to thank those who've supported you! You can find the link in your public profile page after successful login:
When you donate to a team on their team profile page, your donation will be shared evenly amongst all the existing team members. For example, if you donate $500 to a team with five members, each member will receive a contribution of $100 to their fundraised amount.
When you donate to a team member's profile page, your donation will only go to that specific member. Donations made to a team member's profile page will not be distributed amongst other team members.
Whether you choose to donate to a team or team member, your total donation will be reflected in the overall amount raised by the team.Yes. Care Corner Singapore is a registered Institution of a Public Character (IPC).
All donations $10 and above will be eligible for 250% tax-deduction on the donated sum (from now till 31 December 2026), upon the provision of Name and NRIC/FIN/UEN/ASGD/ITR.
Donations made by 31 December, and have opted for a tax-deduction will automatically be included in the tax assessment.- Credit/Debit Card
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