RAF Corporal taking on 255km June running challenge
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Corporal Louis Blanshard, No.7 RAF Police and Security squadron based at RAF Brize Norton, is taking on a 255km running challenge throughout June to raise funds for Walking With The Wounded's Longest Day campaign. Louis will complete the challenge by running 8.5km every day during this month. He is also running in memory of the 255 British lives lost during the Falklands War.
Speaking about the challenge, Louis said: "I have chosen to raise money for Walking With The Wounded because I believe the work they do is incredibly important and makes a real difference. They have had a positive impact on so many ex-service personnel, helping them adjust to civilian life.
The aim of this challenge is to push myself further than I ever have...
Fundraising Your Way: Ideas to Get You Started
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If you’re looking for inspiration, here are a few ideas to help get those creative juices flowing.
Don’t forget to customise the challenge to suit your ability, access needs and the type of activity you’re passionate about — there’s no one “right” way to take part.
Game your way to glory
Are you a keen gamer and want to use your passion to fundraise? Why not host a gaming stream and ask people to donate while you play.
Whether you enjoy marathon sessions with your mates or like to test yourself with unique in-game challenges - the possibilities are endless!
Time on two wheels
Grab your helmet, set your goal and see how far you can ride. Whether it’s a bicycle, adapted cycle, motorcycle or a session on a spin bike, take on a challenge that...
Gift Aid: Unlocking Additional Support for Veterans
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At Walking With The Wounded, we are dedicated to supporting veterans in their journey to rebuild their lives after serving their country. We provide vital support in various forms, including employment, mental health support, and wraparound support care coordination. However, to continue our mission effectively, we rely on the generosity of our supporters.
One way individuals can significantly enhance their donations is by understanding and utilising Gift Aid.
What is Gift Aid?
Gift Aid is a UK government scheme designed to boost the value of donations made to charities like Walking With The Wounded. Through Gift Aid, charities can reclaim 25p every time a UK taxpayer donates 1, at no additional cost to you. This additional funding can...
RAF veteran and Invictus Games Athlete David Moncrieff named Ambassador
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Royal Air Force veteran and Invictus Games athlete David Moncrieff has been announced as Walking With The Wounded’s 'Longest Day' Ambassador for the third consecutive year.
The Longest Day campaign takes place throughout June and encourages fundraisers to take on a challenge that pushes them to achieve a personal best, going further than they have before. Previous participants include David Beer, who completed a 12-hour static cycling challenge, and Shelly Coventry, who tackled multiple hikes in the Lake District.
Speaking about his appointment, David Moncrieff said: “I’m honoured to once again support Walking With The Wounded through their Longest Day campaign. The charity delivers vital, life-changing support to ex-forces personnel who...
Motorcyclists 400-mile ride to commemorate Armed Forces Day
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Adventure seekers James Davis and Ross Worthington took on a 400-mile motorbike ride on Saturday 28th June to mark Armed Forces Day and raise funds to support veterans.
Setting off from Tidworth the pair rode north, laying commemorative wreaths in Tidworth, Bletchley and Manchester, before reaching their final destination and wreath laying in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Speaking on their reasons for taking on the challenge, James, said:
“I'm delighted to have undertaken a 'Long Way Home ' Longest Day' motorbike ride with key Walking With The Wounded partner Ross Worthington. The biking community shares many values with the Armed Forces family - loyalty, drive, purpose and the promotion of the group over the individual. It was our honour to fly...
Shining a spotlight on the uphill battle veterans face
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Veteran Dean Browning undertook the famous 110-mile Marmotte cycling challenge, riding over four iconic mountains in the French Alps on 22nd June to raise funds for veteran mental health. Dean has always had a passion for sports, and says he uses it as his outlet for dealing with life’s challenges.
Growing up in a navy town and hearing stories of his grandad’s time in the forces inspired Dean to pursue his own career in the military, so, after leaving school aged 16, he joined the Royal Navy, where he then spent the next 11 years before becoming a PE teacher in the prison service.
The challenges veterans face when returning into civilian life is often compared to climbing mountains, a thought that spurred Dean on when planning his...
Royal Navy veteran's 12-hour spin cycle challenge
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Royal Navy veteran and Walking With The Wounded Regional Manager David Beer pushed his limits by taking on a 12-hour spin cycling challenge on 21st June to raise money to support veterans.
David, who joined the military aged 16, now leads WWTW’s Support Care Co-Ordination and Employment team in the East of England and is extremely passionate about providing veterans and their families with the support they need and deserve.
David’s gruelling challenge was part of the annual ‘Longest Day’ campaign, which invites supporters to create their own challenge that will push them to achieve their personal best, whilst raising funds to support those who served.
Speaking on his reasons for taking on this challenge, David said:
“As a veteran myself,...
Golfers take on epic 72-hole challenge in support of veterans
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A team of enthusiastic golfers from Norwich completed an unusual golfing challenge on June 13th at Royal Norwich Golf Club - playing 72 holes in just one day. Their first tee-off began at 5am followed by rounds at 7am, 12pm and 4pm, all to raise funds to support veterans.
Tied in with Walking With The Wounded's Longest Day campaign, encouraging supporters to push themselves and take on a challenge which will help them achieve their personal best whilst raising funds to support those who served, the driving factor behind this challenge for the team is a passion for golf and a real commitment to making a difference.
Speaking on the team’s reason for taking on this challenge, Paul Charnock, leader of the team, said: “Walking With The...