The Rotary GTR AKA The Greatest Train Race
A Charity road running (and this year cycling too) race set between the two coal towns of eMalahleni and Middelburg, open to young and old participants with the aim of raising funds for the less fortunate while we’re having fun!
Become a Sponsor
NOTABLY ONE OF THE LARGEST CHARITY EVENTS OF ITS KIND IN THE COUNTRY, THE ROTARY GTR ANNUALLY SETS THE STAGE FOR UNLIMITED SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AND COMMUNITY INVESTMENT.
There are number of varied sponsorship opportunities still available for small to large businesses as well as private individuals and organisations. The Race Committee would like to appeal to companies in the surrounding communities to seriously consider becoming partners in this worthwhile community venture.
For sponsorship information or general enquiries contact 086 11 TRAIN (87246) [OPTION 1] or e-mail: admin@gtr.co.za.
Become a Sponsor
NOTABLY ONE OF THE LARGEST CHARITY EVENTS OF ITS KIND IN THE COUNTRY, THE ROTARY GTR ANNUALLY SETS THE STAGE FOR UNLIMITED SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AND COMMUNITY INVESTMENT.
There are number of varied sponsorship opportunities still available for small to large businesses as well as private individuals and organisations. The Race Committee would like to appeal to companies in the surrounding communities to seriously consider becoming partners in this worthwhile community venture.
For sponsorship information or general enquiries contact 086 11 TRAIN (87246) [OPTION 1] or e-mail: admin@gtr.co.za.
The GTR Beneficiaries
A VAST NUMBER OF COMMUNITY PROJECTS HAVE BENEFITED FROM THE RACE DURING THE PAST 30 YEARS. THE ROTARY GTR REMAINS A COMMUNITY INVESTMENT PROJECT DRIVEN BY THE COMMUNITY FOR THE COMMUNITY.
Run for a Cause
The race committee and Rotary Clubs additionally supports the ‘Run for a Cause’ initiative whereby race entrants can voluntarily sponsor any of 5 organisations from R50. To support any of them, simply select the charity of your choice when completing your online entry.
Get Involved
Notably one of the largest charity events of its kind in the country, the Rotary GTR annually sets the stage for unlimited sponsorship opportunities and community investment. There are number of varied sponsorship opportunities still available for small to large businesses as well as private individuals and organisations.
The Race Committee would like to appeal to companies in the surrounding communities to seriously consider becoming partners in this worthwhile community venture. For sponsorship information or general enquiries contact 086 11 TRAIN (87246) [OPTION 1] or e-mail: admin@gtr.co.za.
Community Impact of the GTR
What our beneficiaries had to say about the GTR contribution to their organisations.
THE 2020-21 RESIDENTIAL THEME

GTR News
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR PREVIOUS EVENTS HERE
GTR 2020 Supporters Give Back
As with most events and road races since March 2020, the Rotary GTR 2020 event faced tremendous challenges. Despite these difficulties, the organising committee felt committed to our community to carry on and do the best they could by hosting a virtual race. ‘Participants had the opportunity to support 5 local charities with voluntary donations and we were greatly surprised by the amounts raised for each, totaling R20 810’, said Charles Deiner, Race Committee Chairman. The following beneficiaries received a welcome Christmas gift in December: Hospice Middelburg R4 470; [...]