What a Christian Aid Week!
During this special week, we embraced seven days, so many ways to make a difference.
For those 7 days you walked, ran, cycled, danced, prayed, quizzed, and so much more. Your creativity and dedication have been truly inspiring.
Whether it was your first Christian Aid Week or your fiftieth, we couldn't be more appreciative that you have chosen to tackle poverty with us. So many will be pulled from the brink of poverty thanks to your selfless donations and fundraising.
We've been celebrating the many wonderful stories we've heard. Though we can't share them all, here’s a snapshot of the incredible things you did during Christian Aid Week 2024…
There's still time to push back against the inhumanity of poverty. Donate today.
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Elsie's 70k in May
This year, Bolton fundraiser Elsie Peel went the extra mile for Christian Aid Week. Despite currently undergoing chemotherapy, the 85-year-old former teacher took part in our 70K in May challenge.
Elsie said: 'I’m doing 70k in May because we are so fortunate in our part of the world that we do not have to struggle simply to survive, which is the destiny of so many. Christian Aid has done so much to empower people, and especially women, in many countries and I believe it needs all our support to keep up this work. There is an extra challenge at present as I am undergoing chemotherapy but this does not hamper progress, in fact, the advice to patients is to get plenty of exercise so it’s a win/win situation – I hope!'
Christian Aid Nigeria
For many in the UK, school days bring back fond memories of an easier time. But for school-aged adolescents in Burundi, the picture is starkly different. Due to extreme poverty, many lack the safety and security that every young person deserves.
Christian Aid Nigeria raised money this May by dressing in school uniforms to stand in solidarity with those facing poverty and those around the world who have no access to education.
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Yorkshire dogs walk for charity
Christan Aid supporters Clare Slator, from York, and Dorothy Gray, from Ripon, organised a sponsored dog walk for Christian Aid Week 2024.
Clare explained: 'We decided to take part by walking with our dogs - Scout, the Collie and Kit, the miniature Jack Russell - from York Minster to Ripon Cathedral.'
The pair raised over £2500 from friends, family and supporters by taking on this challenge.
Fundraising litter pickers clean up over 70k in May!
Churches Together in Groby took part in a 70k in May challenge, by litter picking their way across the village.
Mary Pringle, from Churches Together in Groby, said: 'We decided to do this team litter pick to raise awareness of the campaign. We want to raise funds to help more people push back against poverty; as a bonus we’re helping to keep our village litter free!'
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Chinnor tackles poverty this Christian Aid Week!
Chinnor Christian Aid Group members pushed back against poverty by fundraising in a bunch of different ways throughout Christian Aid Week 2024.
Chairperson Mavis Shortman said: 'We hold events throughout the year and also have stalls at village fetes, Christmas fayres and other opportunities that arise.'
'This year, during Christian Aid Week we held an ecumenical church service and a collection at our local shops, with musical entertainment. And later, in August we’ll be hosting a posh tea party. We have a lot of fun and are always humbled by the generous response we receive.'
Truro fundraisers raise a cup for charity
Truro fundraisers geared up for a major charity appeal to support vulnerable communities around the world. Sue and Barry Pettit and Jenny Kwee, from the Truro Christian Aid Group, organised a coffee morning as part of Christian Aid Week 2024.
Sue explained: 'We are taking part by hosting our annual coffee morning at Summerville, Crescent Road, Truro on Saturday, May 18. It’ll run from 10am-noon with a super plant stall, home produce and crafts, and an opportunity to find out more about the work of Christian Aid.'
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Holy Hikers step out against poverty
Around 40 determined walkers from churches in Porthcawl put their best feet forward this Christian Aid Week. The Holy Hike, or Pererindod Porthcawl, was organised by Churches Together in Porthcawl (CTiP) and covers six miles.
One of the leaders, David Robinson, said: 'Every year, during this appeal, people across Britain and Ireland have seven days and so many ways to raise funds to support their global neighbours, in a celebration of hope for a fairer world. We are taking part by holding this sponsored walk because it’s a unique opportunity for us to come together as churches of different denominations and to work together for such a good cause.'
#WearRedWednesday with Christian Aid Zimbabwe
Christian Aid Zimbabwe celebrated Wear Red Wednesday with a panel discussion on Faith and Philanthropy at our Harare offices, featuring faith leaders and development partners.
The discussion focused on how the church can support sustainable development and poverty reduction, emphasizing solidarity with young people, women, and children. Miriam Machaya highlighted the need for transformative religious philanthropy and strengthening ties with faith communities. The event inspired meaningful conversations on the role of faith in development and localization.
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You can still help us push back against poverty. Donate today.
Thank you, once again, for your incredible efforts this Christian Aid Week.
You've helped to change the lives of many people, like Aline, freeing them from the affects of poverty.
Watch this video to find out more about how our projects and partnerships alter lives around the world.
We can't thank you enough!
Thank you, once again, for your incredible efforts this Christian Aid Week.
You've helped to change the lives of many people, like Aline, freeing them from the affects of poverty.
Watch this video to find out more about how our projects and partnerships alter lives around the world.
