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The Big Sports Day 2009

We all know that healthy living and being active is key to the development of children. So how about combining this with raising money to help people affected by cancer in the UK.

The Big Sports Day is Macmillan's brand new fundraising event for schools. We are asking all schools across the UK to dedicate their annual sports day to Macmillan.

It's a great way to encourage fitness, have fun and raise both money and cancer awareness. Alternatively you could hold a playground Olympics or sports tournament if more appropriate.

 Children cheering on podium

We would like to encourage every pupil to bring a donation to school on sports day to form the basis of a gift to Macmillan. Why not also have a sponsored teachers race – the Macmillan Cup and encourage a bit of friendly rivalry in the staff room.

Registration will be open from January 2009 and don't forget every penny you and your school raise will help us ensure we improve as many lives as possible. For more information please email: thebigsportsday@macmillan.org.uk.

This Sports Day everybody wins.