This September, every step could help more local people access life-changing counselling and support.
We’re excited to share that Team Renew will be taking part in this year’s Fun Walk in partnership with The Fun Walk Trust throughout September, and we’d love for you to join us.
The Fun Walk Trust is a community focused charity that organise an annual sponsored Fun Walk, helping local charities raise vital funds. Those taking part can walk at a time and place that suits them best during the month of September, making it easy for everyone to get involved! Whether you prefer a lunchtime stroll, an evening walk with the dog or a weekend hike with family.
Why we’re walking
At Renew, we know that accessible mental health support can be life-changing, especially for people who may be struggling to cope. For many, counselling offers a safe space to be listened to and supported through challenging times.
This fundraiser is so important not only because it raises vital funds for Renew, but because it reminds those who are struggling that they are not alone. By fundraising and sharing the challenge with others, Team Renew is helping to build a more compassionate community where people are able to access support when they need it most.
Who can take part?
Our goal is to recruit 30 walkers, and everyone is welcome. You can walk with colleagues, family members, bring friends along or take part with a partner. As part of the challenge, we encourage everyone to ask loved ones to sponsor their walks, with each participant aiming to raise £100.
If every walker reaches this goal, together we’ll be able to fund 65 counselling sessions for local people who need support. However you choose to get involved, you’ll be making a real difference.
How the challenge works
The challenge runs from Tuesday 1 September to Wednesday 30 September, giving you the whole month to take part in a way that works for you. There is no set route or distance, so you can fit your walks around your own schedule. Every step counts towards the team total and every mile helps raise vital funds for Renew. The most important thing is taking part and knowing that each walk is helping to support local people who need access to affordable counselling.
Ready to join Team Renew? Simply contact uwinezarusimbi@renew.org.uk to register your interest. Once the team is together, we’ll send you everything you need to get started.
Not able to take part? You can still support Team Renew.
If walking isn’t for you this year, you can still help us reach our fundraising goal by making a donation. Your support will help ensure more local children, young people and adults can access affordable counselling when they need it most.
Let’s make this a brilliant team effort and show what the Renew community can achieve together!
