by Bridges of Hope

Oldman Backyard Ultra 2026

Mark Kadijk

Fundraising on behalf of Bridges of Hope

C$410

Raised

4

Donations

C$3,000

Goal

The Oldman Backyard Ultra , May 2, 2026, is a unique running experience where runners try to complete a 6.7km lap every hour, for as many hours as they can. This specific event is also a run for a cause, supporting youth and families in Lethbridge who need it most!

I want to thank those who donated to my 2025 campaign! With your help, my run raised more than $5700 for Youth One! Altogether the event raised more than $75000, enough to provide Youth One's awesome services for about 50 young people in Lethbridge.

This year I am seeking 'per lap' pledges and one time donations (though I am hoping you will pledge per-lap and join me in this adventure). See below for instructions about how to make a one-time donation now or a per-lap pledge for a later donation. You will receive a tax receipt for donations in early 2027 from Bridges for Hope. My top donor this year will win my 'Did Not Finish (DNF)' Oldman Backyard Ultra can of beer. Congratulations to Sam for winning my DNF beer last year.

For the 2025 race, my goal was to do between 12 and 24 laps. I managed 13 laps (87 km) on a surprisingly hot day before refusing to continue. In 2024 I did 10 laps (67 km). I completed a 100 km race last September though, so I will let you decide what I might be able to accomplish at the event this year. Running through the night sounds like an adventure to me though, so I have my eyes on 24. [The winner of the event last year completed 42 laps. The current world record is 119 laps (798 km).]

For every $1500 raised at the event, one youth is sponsored for a full year at Youth One, giving them free access to all programs, meals and support services. For more information on Youth One click here.

Per-lap pledges - Please tell me (text, email, in person) what your 'Per-lap' pledge is. Once the race is complete I will let you know what your total donation will be and redirect you back to this page to complete your donation. (Select 'ULTRA' as the motivation code).

For one time donations - If you would rather just make a straight donation rather than per lap, you can make that donation at any time on this profile page. (Select 'ULTRA' as the motivation code).

Thanks for supporting! More pledges will fuel the fire to have the WILL to suffer through just one more lap!!

Per-lap pledges so far:

Donor 1: $5/lap

Donor 2: $13/lap

Donor 3: $5/lap

Donor 4: $2/lap

Donor 5: $5/lap with a bonus at 24 laps

Donor 6: $10/lap with an upper limit

Donor 7: $3/lap with an upper limit because he believes more in me than I do myself :)

Donor 8: $15/lap

Donor 9: $5/lap

Donor 10: $??/lap - going for the DNF beer prize :)

Donor 11: $5/lap

Donor 12: $3/lap

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Thank you for supporting the mission and programs of Bridges of Hope International. You will receive an official Canadian tax receipt for all eligible donations by the end of February of next year. No goods or services will be provided in exchange for this contribution. Bridges of Hope International Network of Development Agencies (BOHINDA) is a registered Canadian charity. Donors may indicate a preference for how their donation will be used; however, the final decision on the use of all funds rests with BOHINDA. In accordance with CRA guidelines, if BOHINDA is unable to use the donation as the donor prefers, the donation will not be returned, but will be applied to the organization’s charitable purposes where it is needed most. Registered Charity Number: 863616843RR0001.

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