10 Ways to Increase Your Fundraising This Christmas
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During the winter, we understand that finances can be tight for everyone, which is why we want to highlight 10 ways to boost your donation efforts for Walking Home For Christmas (WHFC).
Gift Aid
Don’t forget to encourage everyone to claim Gift Aid on their donations, and if you’re eligible, make sure to claim it for your contributions as well. At no extra cost to anyone, this allows an additional 25p to be added to every pound donated. Every one of those pennies goes directly toward assisting veterans and their families who need our support to rebuild their lives.
Matched Funding
An increasing number of organisations are willing to match the funds you raise. The best part is that it won’t cost you or your supporters anything extra. Simply...
Craghoppers Team Joins Walking Home Campaign to Support Veterans
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On December 12th, 30 staff members from Craghoppers’ Manchester HQ will embark on a 5.5-mile sponsored walk from their Trafford HQ to the Cenotaph in Manchester city centre. The team is taking part in Walking With The Wounded’s (WWTW) ‘Walking Home’ campaign, raising funds to support veterans and their families through vital employment, mental health, and care coordination programmes.
As a long-standing supporter of WWTW, Craghoppers has made a tangible impact through fundraising events, campaigns and product sales, including donating a percentage of its new workwear range revenue to the charity.
Clare Grimshaw, Craghoppers Senior Marketing Manager, said, “Walking Home is a wonderful campaign that offers our staff a meaningful way to...
Greater Manchester Police join Walking Home campaign
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On December 5th, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) will partner with Walking With The Wounded (WWTW) for a special Walking Home fundraising event. Around 40 walkers from both organisations will trek through Manchester, starting at GMP Headquarters, stopping at WWTW’s hub on Canada Street, and concluding at the Cenotaph in St. Peter’s Square to pay their respects.
The event, part of WWTW’s annual Walking Home campaign, raises funds for vital services supporting veterans and their families. Participants will be joined by special guests, including Deputy Mayor Kate Green and GMP Assistant Chief Constable Chris Sykes.
Alie Salford, Programme Lead of WWTW's Head Start (mental health programme), said, “We are thrilled to walk alongside staff...
Anglesey couple take on Australian walk to support UK veterans
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Gary Thompson, a veteran from Menai Bridge, Anglesey, and his wife Tracey are joining Walking With The Wounded’s ‘Walking Home’ campaign this December—despite being based in Singapore.
The couple will undertake a sponsored walk in Australia, starting at Rottnest Island’s artillery magazine and finishing at the Sydney Harbour Bridge, covering iconic sites like the Botanical Gardens and state memorial.
Reflecting on the challenge, Gary said:
“After 24 years in the Armed Forces, I know not all veterans have the same opportunities I’ve had. This is my fourth year participating in ‘Walking Home,’ and I’m excited to take on this coast-to-coast challenge for a cause I deeply care about.”
Walking Home supports veterans struggling with loneliness...
Stevenage veteran who recently learnt to walk again joins Walking Home
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Mark Williams, an Army Veteran from Stevenage, is planning to cover 28 miles between the 15 and 22 December for Walking Home this year, walking for four hours each day.
Mark served in the Army for 16 years and spent 10 years housebound due to a debilitating spinal injury. His recovery was further set back when he suffered from sepsis in 2022. Despite these challenges, Mark has made remarkable progress with his recovery and rehabilitating, recently starting to walk again without the use of walking aids. He plans to use his Walking Home challenge to inspire others facing similar challenges and raise vital funds for Walking With The Wounded.
Speaking on his motivation for taking part in the challenge, Mark said: “I spent 16 years in the...
Project Active invites the public to join their winter ‘Walking Home’ hikes
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Project Active, an Oxfordshire well-being and physical fitness business specialising in outdoor fitness and adventures, are inviting members of the public to join them on two group hikes as part of their Walking Home challenge. The first hike was a 10 mile walk on Sunday 01 December, setting off from Woodstock Town Hall, with the second taking place on Wednesday 01 January, offering the chance to start off the new year with a crisp winter walk.
Speaking on Project Active’s reasons for supporting Walking With The Wounded, founder Ben Scurr said, “My grandparents served in World War Two, and other family members have been in military service over the years, so I’ve always had the utmost respect and gratitude for those who dedicate...
Royal Navy veteran taking on Portsmouth walk
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Royal Navy veteran and Regional Manager for Walking With The Wounded will be stepping out at midday on December 06 to embark on a sponsored walk around Portsmouth with a group of fellow walkers as part of our ‘Walking Home’ fundraising campaign. David, who served in the Royal Navy for 7 years, is dedicated to giving back to his fellow service members. He, along with fellow fundraisers, will walk 6 miles on 06 December from Milton Common Community Memorial, along the coast to Old Portsmouth and on to Victory Gate.
Reflecting on his upcoming walk, David said, “Having served in the Armed Forces and worked at Walking With The Wounded for many years, I have witnessed first-hand the support that veterans often need, and the life-changing...
Colchester resident walking 20 miles in support of veterans
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David Welham, from Colchester, is covering 20 miles during the month of December as part of his Walking Home challenge, including a round-trip commute from his home to Colchester train station and back.
Commenting on his motivation for taking part in Walking Home, David said, “I’ve supported charities a lot in the past but haven’t done a fundraising challenge for a while, so I thought it was time for me to get back out and do something for a cause I care about. I’ve supported Walking With The Wounded before and living in a Garrison town and having friends who served in the Armed Forces means I have that military connection, so it made sense for me to sign up. I hope that I can help make a difference to people’s lives and motivate others...
Joe completes 77 mile walk 'home'
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Joe Swift, a Walking With The Wounded supporter and Walking Home participant, recently completed a 77-mile walk in memory of his father, who he sadly lost 30 years ago.
Joe’s dad served in the Armed Forces, and Joe describes him as being the ‘perfect role model’ for him and his sister when they were children. Joe was motivated to take on the challenge after hearing about the work Walking With The Wounded do to provide veterans with tailored mental health support within 7 miles of their home. With this in mind, Joe made the decision to walk from his hometown, Burton-on-Trent, to his father’s hometown, Wigan, a journey of 77 miles.
Speaking on his walk and the challenges he faced along the way, Joe said: “As someone who receives therapy...