Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the controversy surrounding the fundraising practices of the Wuxi Marathon charity run, highlighting potential legal issues regarding the classification of fundraising as either public donation or commercial marketing [1][2][6]. Group 1: Fundraising Practices - The Wuxi Marathon charity run has been ongoing since 2018, with 500 charity spots available for 2024 and an increase to 1500 spots for 2025 [1]. - The registration fee for the 2025 Wuxi Marathon is 1600 yuan per person, with 200 yuan designated as the event registration fee and 1400 yuan as the charity donation fee [2][3]. - There are concerns that the event operator, Wuxi Huipao Sports Co., Ltd., is improperly acting as the recipient of donations, which should legally be directed to a qualified charity organization [3][6]. Group 2: Legal Implications - Legal experts argue that if Wuxi Huipao is soliciting donations from the public, it may be violating laws regarding public fundraising, as only registered charities can conduct such activities [3][6][7]. - The distinction between public fundraising and commercial marketing is blurred in the Wuxi Marathon's operations, raising questions about compliance with the Charity Law [4][5][6]. - The lack of a public fundraising registration for the Wuxi Marathon raises further legal concerns, as no records of such a registration were found in the relevant government platforms [7].