CAFOD Blog

Fundraising at Rachel’s pop-up origami shop

February 18, 2025

Origami isn’t just a beautiful art form – it can also be a powerful tool for change. One creative fundraiser is using her passion for paper folding to support families in crisis.

Stepping forward in faith: Rachel, Mason and Anthonia take on the Big Lent Walk

February 12, 2025

Lent is a time of reflection, renewal and action. And for many, it’s a chance to put faith into motion – quite literally! This year, as we celebrate the Jubilee year, you are embracing the Big Lent Walk, stepping up to support CAFOD’s vital work and walking in solidarity with communities around the world.

A family tradition of walking for good

For Rachel and Mason, the Big Lent Walk is becoming a meaningful family tradition. Having taken part last year, they are eager to lace up their shoes once more.

“We’ve decided to take part in the Big Lent Walk again, especially with it being the Year of Jubilee and embracing the theme of Pilgrims of Hope,” Rachel shared. “Mason was delighted with raising over £500 for CAFOD when he completed the mini Great North Run, and he’s keen to take part in the Big Lent Walk, whether he covers the distance walking, scooting, skateboarding or on his bike! We are hoping to cover quite a few miles of the north-east coast.”

For Mason, fundraising and taking part in a challenge like this is a fantastic way to combine his love of movement with a passion for helping others. Every step he takes—whether on foot or wheels—is a step towards creating a better world.

Walking with Christ: Anthonia’s first Big Lent Walk

This year also welcomes new walkers to the challenge, including Anthonia, who is eager to put her regular walking routine to good use.

“I am already walking at least 10km a week, so seeing this makes me feel even more motivated to do something for a good cause,” she said. “I will walk with Christ this Lent, every step, every day for a good cause.”

For Anthonia, the Big Lent Walk is more than just a physical challenge—it’s a spiritual journey, aligning her daily steps with her faith and love for our global family.

Walking in solidarity

The Big Lent Walk is not just about personal achievements – it’s about walking in solidarity with our sisters and brothers to build a better world for all of us. By taking part, Rachel, Mason and Anthonia are raising vital funds to help fight global poverty.

As they embark on their journeys – whether along the north-east coast, through city streets or across countryside paths – they join a wider community of walkers, all moving as Pilgrims of Hope.

Will you join them? Sign up for the Big Lent Walk and walk in faith, hope and love this Lent.

Join us for the Big Lent Walk

The Big Lent Walk is coming – are you ready?

January 31, 2025

Join us for the Big Lent Walk 2025!

Now in its third year, the Big Lent Walk has brought thousands of CAFOD supporters together, covering nearly one million kilometres to help fight global poverty.

This Jubilee year, why not put your faith into action by walking 200km over 40 days this Lent?

CAFOD’s Christmas fun run celebrates 40 years of festive fun in Liverpool

January 29, 2025

This year, Liverpool’s much-loved CAFOD Christmas Fun Run marked a momentous milestone—its 40th anniversary. The atmosphere was electric as over 400 participants gathered to wear their best Christmas outfits and take part in this cherished tradition.

Andy and Matt bring fun to fundraising for the London Marathon

January 24, 2025

Running and fundraising for the London Marathon is a monumental challenge, but Andy and Matt, two dedicated CAFOD supporters, decided to take their fundraising to a whole new level—and make it all about fun. With their sights set on the marathon, the pair hosted a lively fundraising evening that was packed with activities for the whole community.

Faith, hope and love in the Year of Jubilee

January 16, 2025

Jenny, from our Fundraising Team, reflects on the virtues of faith, hope and love as we begin the Year of Jubilee.

CAFOD supporters in Rickmansworth enjoy their first Christmas Fun Run

January 13, 2025

Over 30 enthusiastic runners gathered at Our Lady Helper of Christians in Rickmansworth to take part in the very first ‘Chess Valley Christmas Fun Run’. Neil Roper from CAFOD’s Fundraising Events team went to meet the organisers and even joined the runners on the course.