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About the Charity – Charity Walk for Peace
Our mission is to help society, to support charitable endeavours, to work to secure the common good, to demonstrate loyalty to country and nation, and to defend the dignity of mankind.
The Charity Walk for Peace is founded in the service of humanity, rooted in the call of duty and inspired by the love of God. Drawing motivation from the tenets of Islam which regard service to humanity as a moral prerogative, a spiritual privilege and a religious duty, Charity Walk for Peace aims to relieve the suffering of the poor, the destitute and the marginalised, and to promote peace, understanding and goodwill amongst people of all walks of life.
We Are AMEA
About the Ahmadiyya Muslim Elders Association – AMEA
We are the elders of our community – the Ahmadiyya Muslim Association. We have been established here in the UK since 1913. A truly peace loving community who’s objectives are spread the true message of Islam.
For more than 125 years the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community has been leading a peaceful revival of Islam. From the time it was founded in India in 1889 it has enjoyed an unrivalled record for peace and for its efforts to build cohesive societies.
A community that stands for education, integration and interfaith peace. We welcome all to visit our mosques as well as our numerous seminars and events that bring people together to understand more about each other. We are committed to helping others, engaging with local communities and working for the common good and have a long history of raising hundreds of thousands of pounds for British Charities.
Supporting Charites
Volunteers are vital to the success of charity and form an integral part of our achievements.
Our fabulous army of volunteers are our social capital who are contributing immensely in the success of charity walks. We have more than 100 Fundraising Charity Champions who collectively donate more than £100,000 every year. The distinctive feature of the Charity Walk for Peace is that all organisers are unpaid volunteers and no administrative costs are deducted. Every Penny raised goes to Charity.
Our Major Achievements
- Total Money Raised: £4.2million
- Total no of UK registered charities supported: 364
- Donations to Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Charitable fund: £250,000
- Donations to British Heart Foundation: £57,400
- Donations to Great Ormond Street Hospital £87,500
- Poppy Appeal Collection: £391,980
- Money raised for State of the Art Eye Hospital: £425,000
- Cataract eye surgeries sponsored: 21,000
- Water Pumps Sponsored: 65
Becoming a Beneficiary of Grant Funds
Our strategy is raise funds and donate those funds to established local, regional, national, and international charities to help the most deserving of people.
Any registered charity or school can apply to be a beneficiary through our Grant Funding scheme. Our executive committee shall review the work the charity/school offers and, after a due diligence process, the charity is able to become a beneficiary of the funds collected.
The process is very simple and we will keep you informed.
Find out more on here or contact us using the details provided at the end of this presentation.
Match Funding
We have thousands of volunteers who use various methods to collect funds. These include the traditional sponsorship forms; bucket and tin collection; charity dinners and corporate funding. We then use these funds to match, up to a pre-determined maximum amount, the funds collected by the specific charity.
The matched-funding scheme is primarily focused at helping the smaller local charities to work with us and create awareness for the work we do together to help and assist the most deserving.
You can contact us or complete the online form on our website.
Charity Champions
Every year, men, women, and children raise thousands of pounds for charitable causes. Amongst these great people are those that work tirelessly to raise £1000 individually, some raising as much as £15,000!
To recognise such amazing achievements, we say a big THANK YOU and honour these special people with an invitation to special dinner where we shall also be presenting the new Charity Champions boxed jacket and blouse badges
Working With Us
Everybody is Welcome!!
Every year we not only help raise more but we make new friends. Last year alone over 114 charities became beneficiaries of the walk, with many attending the walk, including schools, charity organisations, church and faith groups, MP’s, Mayors and Councillors.
As long as we all focus on our principle objective –
Our mission is to help society, to support charitable endeavours, to work to secure the common good, to demonstrate loyalty to country and nation, and to defend the dignity of mankind.
We can make a great difference to those less fortunate and work together in total harmony.
Welcome by Runnymede Executive
Mayor of Runnymede
His worshipful the Mayor, Cllr Iftikhar Chaudhri
“I am delighted the annual national Charity Walk for Peace is being held in Runnymede this year. The Magna Carta – the Great Charter, was sealed here in Runnymede in 1215 by King John. Runnymede has a huge amount of history which I am sure the participants would be interested in greatly, as they too will be making history this year.
Chief Executive Officer
Runnymede Council
Paul Turrell
“Working with the Royal Windsor Great Park, I truly believe this walk will not only raise a huge amount for local charities but will benefit the borough and adjoining towns in so many ways. So delighted to host the Charity Walk for Peace.
The Route
A spectacular walk route has been identified this year which starts and ends at the Savill Court Hotel.
Walking through the beautiful and historical Royal Windsor Great Park and enjoying the wonderful natural landscape with lakes and wildlife, the walk promises to deliver one of the best scenic routes in the life of Charity Walk for Peace.
The Programme
08.30am Welcome & Registration
10.30am Opening Session
11.00am Start of Walk
12.30pm Lunch
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About Hospitality
We look forward to seeing you on the day and will do our best to make sure you are looked after.
Light refreshments are available from 8.30am through to 10am. Multiple refreshment points are available throughout the route of the walk where you can collect fruit and bottles of mineral water. We will also serve you a hot lunch consisting of a choice vegetable or chicken biriyani. Please contact us for any other information or for any special needs.
There are various places where you can sit and relax. Various charities will put up their exhibition stalls and give presentations.
Please remember that all food items served by CFWP are free. External vendor food stalls will charge.
Registering for the Walk
Registering for the Walk is simple. For your convenience a Walkers Registration Request Form is available on our website –
https://beaconofpeace.org/registration/
Just complete the form and you will be sent an automatic confirmation of receipt. Once assessed you will be sent your official “walker number” along with any information the organisers feel necessary to make your participation as comfortable as possible.
Travelling to the Site & Vehicle Parking
Due to unforeseen circumstances and contrary to previously published parking notices, the parking facilities are no longer available on site.
We have organised a park and ride scheme which allows drivers to drop passengers at the main venue (Bishopsgate, Surrey TW20 0XN) and then the drivers are directed to nearby car parks (parking fees are suspended for the day of the walk).
Once you register we will contact you and discuss your travel arrangements.
If you are using public transport, then Egham is the closest railway station, from where we are operating a Park & Ride service, absolutely free.
For further information please visit here
Disabled Guests Information
We endeavour to provide our disabled guests with a comfortable setting. There are disabled washroom facilities.
A shorter route (same start point as the main walk) is suitable for buggies and wheelchair users.
Further information will be provided on the day of the walk. For those guests that require assistance on the route, please do contact us for further information so that we can plan ahead for your special needs.
Promotional & FundRaising Materials
A selection of promotional and fund raising materials are available upon request. Please contact us if you require these materials. Our logo and other images can only be used once written permission has been obtained by our executive committee.
What’s available:
Media & Press
We have a dedicated team that works closely with various media and newspaper groups, as well as other digital and print media organisations. If you wish to have a reporter present, please do contact us and we will work with you to get the best results.
A pre-event press release is sent out a few weeks before the event followed by a post-event press release with the aim to highlight the noble efforts the event.
We encourage charities to promote the event on their websites as this will help raise maximum exposure of our joint efforts, ultimately raising funds for deserving causes.
On the Day
When you arrive on site you will need to register at the official Registration Desk. There shall be a number of desks which cater for various groups, please proceed to:
The CHARITES REGISTRATION Desk
– if you are representing a charity
The SPECIAL GUESTS Desk
– if you are participating as a guest
Don’t worry if you are not sure of anything – we have a large team of dedicated volunteers who will guide and escort you.
Once registered, you will be provided a walker number (laminated, along with clips to fix to your high vis jackets (also supplied by us).
You may have some light refreshments and view the exhibitions on display by various Charities.
The walk start function starts at 10.30am with a few minutes for Mayors and Dignitaries to say a few words, and then we’re off!!!
The route is very pleasant and takes you around the river, crossing over 2 bridges.
Frequently Asked Questions
We have addressed the most common questions participants could ask, however if you have any further questions or require clarification please contact us.
When and Where
Event: Charity Walk for Peace
Date: Sunday, 29th April 2018
Venue: WINDSOR GREAT PARK, Bishopsgate, Surrey TW20 0XN.
Welcome & Registration: 08:30am
Length of the route: 5 miles approx.
Who can take part in the walk?
CWFP is open to all ages and abilities. However, children under sixteen will only be allowed if accompanied by a participating adult. Please check with your doctor prior to the walk if you have any medical conditions that would endanger you or others taking part.
What is the last date for walker’s registration?
The last date for walker’s online registration is Saturday, 21st April 2018.
Can I run the route?
No. CWFP is not a race and has only been designed for walking, so we ask all participants to walk the route.
When do I get a sponsorship form?
If you are a member of the participating charities then your form will be posted to your charity address. Otherwise, you will receive your sponsorship form at your home address subject to approval of your walkers registration.
What is the Dress Code?
Casual dress code.
Is there Disabled Access?
Disabled access is available at the venue, unfortunately the route is not disabled-friendly.
Can I bring my dogs with me?
Yes, dogs are permitted, and we request that they be kept on leash at all times.
Is consumption of alcohol allowed at the venue?
No. Alcohol is strictly prohibited at both the venue and along the walk route.
Where should I park my car?
Parking information can be found here
What is the name of nearest local train station?
Information can be found here
What is the location of the walk route?
The scenic route walks through Windsor Great Park and Savill Gardens.
Will there be any refreshments on the route?
Refreshments will be available after each mile of the route. This includes a bottles of water and a selection of fruit. A hot meal will be served to all participants at the end of the walk.
Do I have to complete the full route?
No, transport will be available for walkers who wish to retire along the route.
Will there be any marshals and signage along the route?
Yes, The walk route will be fully sign posted and marshalled for security, safety and guidance of our walkers.
Will there be any First Aiders in case of any emergency?
Yes, there will be dedicated doctors and First Aiders available at the venue as well as mobile units alongside the walk route.
What happens if weather is very bad?
We constantly monitor the weather forecast in the lead up to and throughout the day of the event so that if the weather is particularly bad, we can amend the walking route. Please dress appropriately and wear sensible footwear.
CWFP event would only be cancelled in the case of very extreme weather. If an event were cancelled an announcement will be posted on our website and through social media.
Contact Us
Registered & Head Office
Charity Walk for Peace
33 Gressenhall Road
London
SW18 5QL
T: 020 8874 6630
E: info@charitywalkforpeace.org
Chairman: Zaheer Ahmed
07903 981 420
Vice Chairman: Rafi Ahmad
07887 840 477
Secretary: Fazal I. Qureshi
07463 869 347
Charity Liaison: Mubashir Siddiqi
07739 557 820
Donation Information
Donate byText
You can text “CWFP33 £3” to 70070 to make a one off donation of £3.00
Donate byJustgiving
Payment byCheque
Payable to: Charity Walk for Peace
NatWest Bank AC No. 35190698 | SC: 60-20-09
