In 2024 Red Dust made the decision to strengthen our organisation’s vision by bringing our efforts to the cities of Australia, walking (and running) side by side to continue to inspire all to be ‘real’, ‘ready’ and ‘respectful’.

Red Dust are happy to announce that this year that commitment continues to be fulfilled by once again lacing up the sneakers and taking part in some of the biggest marathons across Australia.

On April 13, we kicked off one of our first fundraising marathons of the year for the Canberra Marathon.

Joining us in Canberra recently was Austin Van Groningen, son of our founder John Van Groningen. Having Austin running for Red Dust also meant running for his father’s legacy, a moment we are very proud to share with him.

How can you get involved?

Apply here to become a charity superstar and join us for Run Melbourne 2025. This year Red Dust is aiming to raise $25,000 for Red Dust programs. Funds you raise for Red Dust will help Run Melbourne's reach it's $1 million dollar goal.

We believe that with your help we can get there and make a difference in the lives of so many.

If you're not available to join us on one of our runs don't worry, there are so many other great ways you can get involved in fundraising for Red Dust.

Whether its in your workplace or with your friends, hosting an event is a great place to start!

Check out our get involved section on our website to apply!

‍Where will the funds you help raise go?

‍$24 supports materials for play based learning

$32 provides health and hygiene packs for youth and families

“On a visit with Red Dust to the remote community of Kintore, I (Andrew) was struck by the generosity of the elders in sharing their culture and their drive to support their younger generations. As one elder told me, “Red Dust is the one that cares, they visit and they stay”.

- Andrew O'Keeffe & Jude Tasker

Lace up, show up, and make every step count! Join the fun run as a Red Dust Charity Superstar and help raise vital funds for health, culture, and education programs in remote First Nations communities.

Whether you’re running 5km or 21km, your impact goes the distance. We’ll support you every step of the way with fundraising tips, Red Dust gear, and a community of changemakers cheering you on.

Sign up today and run for something bigger.

Together, we’re walking—and running—towards real change.