October 11, 2026 · Melbourne, Victoria

Running 21.1km
to change young lives

On October 11, I'm running the Melbourne Half Marathon to raise funds for the Avinya Foundation — helping underprivileged students get the skills they need to succeed.

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21.1 km
Half Marathon
$1,625
Raised so far
16
Generous donors
33% of goal reached

AUD$1,625 raised of AUD$5,000

16 donors
3 sponsors
AUD$3,375 to go

💛I will also be matching $1 to $1 for the first $500 raised from individual donors.

Why I'm Running

Education changes everything. But for many young people, the traditional path isn't an option. They're smart, capable, and driven — but they've been left behind by a system that doesn't fit everyone.

The Avinya Foundation gives these students a second chance. Through project-based learning and skills training, they help young people aged 17-22 build real careers and transform their futures.

I'm running the Melbourne Half Marathon on October 11, 2026 to raise money for this incredible cause. Every dollar goes directly to helping students get the education they deserve.

Recent Supporters

Thank you for believing in the cause

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Martin
18 Sept 2026
$10
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Manvinder
9 Sept 2026
$100

Best wishes Kanchana! Respect!

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Abhi
6 Sept 2026
$20

Best wishes!!

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Janaka Wijayakoon
1 Sept 2026
$50

all the best

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Neil Belford
30 Aug 2026
$100
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Anonymous
28 Aug 2026
$50

All the best Kanchana!

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Alejandro Acosta
31 July 2026
$10

You have got this!

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Anonymous
28 July 2026
$50
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Anonymous
26 July 2026
$25

Appreciate what you're doing Kanchana! Hope this small contribution helps in someway or form :)

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Koojana Kuladinithi
23 July 2026
$10

Bravo

Our Sponsors

Thank you to the businesses supporting this campaign

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Melbourne Marathon Festival 2026

The Race

The Nike Melbourne Half Marathon is part of Australia's largest marathon festival. 21.1km through the streets of Melbourne on Sunday, October 11, 2026.

21.1 km
Distance
Oct 11
2026
MEL
Melbourne
About the Event

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