Community, speed and heart: MK LeMans 26 raises over £2,000 for local charities
Motorsport meets meaning as Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes came together for CLICK Arts Foundation and The Lewis Foundation
The 2026 MK LeMans Endurance Race proves motorsport can be about much more than chequered flags and trophies, as the annual charity karting event raised just over £2,000 for two life-changing local organisations.
Hosted by Milton Keynes’ CLICK Arts Foundation at Formula Fast in Bletchley, the event brought together businesses, engineers, performers and community leaders for a high octane evening of endurance, speed, and fundraising. Of the total raised, £500 was donated directly to The Lewis Foundation, supporting adults facing cancer, with the remaining funds helping CLICK Arts Foundation say “yes” to more community arts projects across the region.
“This event isn’t just about competition,” said CLICK Founder, Dr Audrey Tang, “Today is about people, connection, and reminding individuals that they matter.”
The two charities being supported are at the heart of local wellbeing: CLICK Arts Foundation, who creates access, confidence and opportunity through the arts; and The Lewis Foundation, who provides comfort and dignity to adults living with cancer
Participants and spectators were also treated to a vibrant opening performance by the CLICK Arts Foundation Burlesque Squad, also featuring Ms Northampton and Ms Northamptonshire – who will be representing the county in the UK National Miss Pageant this year; and the organisers extended special thanks to prize sponsors Cryohub Bedford and Brioche Pasquier, whose generosity helped make the event possible.
Teams on the grid included a strong contingent from Northamptonshire’s business community, alongside Red Bull Racing engineers and a Silverstone-based team partnered with Northampton Town FC. Each team reflected the spirit of collaboration and community that defined the day.
“Seeing so many different sectors come together for a shared cause was inspiring,” said racer, and Trustee of CLICK Arts Foundation, David Sanderson.
Funds raised will enable The Lewis Foundation to continue gifting comfort packs and practical support, while CLICK Arts Foundation’s grants help create access to the arts for under-served communities; both causes helping individuals who may feel vulnerable, unseen, or unheard, by reminding them that they are supported.
“If I can just race for charity I’m a happy man” said one driver; and “It was so nice to see how confidence can be built through the arts especially in children” added another.
“We know the generosity shown here will be felt long after the chequered flag.” States Dr Audrey Tang. “We are thrilled that The MK LeMans 26 Endurance Race once again demonstrates the power of community, showing how sport, creativity and compassion can come together to make a meaningful difference.”
For more information about future events or how to support the charities, please contact:
CLICK Arts Foundation www.clickartsfoundation.org.uk
CLICK Arts Foundation is a national charity for The advancement of the performing and visual arts for the public benefit in particular in Northampton, Milton Keynes, and the surrounding Midlands region by providing grant funding for grassroots arts organisations in that area to support inclusive public participation and to support national arts organisations and institutions.