Alternative Ways to Donate

By Media Team on Apr 14, 2:00pm

Whilst fundraising is one of the most popular ways of donating to charity as it often gives people the opportunity to take on a new challenge, there are also a range of other ways you can donate. No matter how often or how much you want to donate, there’s a method for everyone.

1. Payroll Giving

Payroll Giving is one of the easiest, and most cost-effective ways of donating to a cause close to your heart. With Payroll Giving, your donation is taken directly from your wage before tax, so once set up, doesn’t require you to do anything else! It’s quick and easy to set up, and one of the biggest advantages to Payroll Giving is that it comes to us as a charity inclusive of the income tax you would have paid, without any additional cost to...

10 Ways To Increase Your Fundraising

By Media Team on Mar 31, 2:00pm

We know that fundraising can sometimes be tricky, and it can be difficult to know where to start, so we want to highlight 10 ways to boost your donation efforts for Cumbrian Challenge.

1. Gift Aid: Don’t forget to encourage everyone to claim Gift Aid on their donations, and if you’re eligible, make sure to claim it for your contributions as well. At no extra cost to anyone, this allows an additional 25p to be added to every pound donated. Every one of those pennies goes directly toward assisting veterans and their families who need our support to rebuild their lives.

2. Matched Funding: An increasing number of organisations are willing to match the funds you raise. The best part is that it won’t cost you or your supporters anything...

Countdown on to Cumbrian Challenge 2025

By Media Team on Mar 21, 4:00pm

Are you ready? Our famous Cumbrian Challenge is back, and this year it’s bigger than ever!

Almost 200 teams are already signed up but, don’t worry, there is still time to sign up if you still haven’t committed. Experience a truly memorable team-building weekend in the Lake District alongside Walking With The Wounded staff and volunteers.

Even better, this year we have added a new route, especially for our younger supporters: Next Generation. Be one of the first to experience this fun and challenging scenic route.

Whether this is your first time tackling the hills, or you’re a seasoned Cumbrian Challenge participant, we are delighted to have you on board for this year’s event, and our Head of Events and Partnerships, James, is here with a...

Record turnout and victorious teams mark the 2024 Cumbrian Challenge

By Media Team on May 19, 10:00am

The resounding success of Walking With The Wounded’s flagship fundraising event, the Cumbrian Challenge, was underscored as winners emerged from a record-breaking participation on Saturday, 18 May. This year's event saw over 600 participants take to the Fells overlooking Grasmere to raise money to support veterans and their families across the UK.

Celebrating its 11th year anniversary, the weekend event has become a beacon of solidarity, rallying nearly 2,000 teams over the years to conquer the Grasmere fells and raise over 2 million in support of ex-military personnel. The funds raised play a pivotal role in bolstering WWTW's mental health care, employment, and support care coordination programmes tailored to support veterans and their...

AEW Architects take on Cumbrian Challenge

By Media Team on May 16, 9:50am

This year, an impressive 169 teams have signed up and are committed to taking on the challenge, including four teams from AEW Architects who will be taking on the Tough and Tougher routes.

Rob Foster from AEW Architects, commented, "We are excited to return to Grasmere, ready to conquer the Cumbrian Fells once more. Participating in the Cumbrian Challenge has been a tradition for us over the years. It's not only an excellent team-building opportunity but also a chance to contribute to a worthy cause. Our teams are looking forward to lacing up their walking boots and raising funds in support of veterans and their families."

"We're thrilled to have AEW Architects returning for the Cumbrian Challenge," added James Davis, Events Manager at...

Arqiva to take part in the Cumbrian Challenge

By Media Team on May 10, 9:52am

Arqiva, a leading communications company, has signed up to take on the Cumbrian Challenge. This year, Arqiva joins forces with Walking With The Wounded as part of its ongoing commitment to supporting the veteran community.

The Cumbrian Challenge is our flagship fundraising event that takes place on May 17 and 18 in Grasmere, Lake District. It brings together supporters from across the UK to raise funds for veterans and their families and has been a significant event in the Armed Forces community for 11 years, attracting more than 2,000 participants over the years.

Participants in the Cumbrian Challenge can choose from three routes, each with its own level of difficulty, providing an opportunity for everyone to take part and show their...

Mastercard teams set to take on the Cumbrian Fells

By Media Team on May 8, 9:58am

On Friday 17 May, Grasmere in the Lake District will be bustling with hundreds of Walking With The Wounded supporters, gearing up for the renowned Cumbrian Challenge. Among them are teams proudly representing Mastercard’s SALUTE Business Resource Group.

This year marks the 11th Cumbrian Challenge event. So far, the event has raised over 1.8 million to bolster WWTW’s employment, mental health, and support care coordination programmes to support veterans and their families. To date, 170 teams have signed up.

James Davis, WWTW Events Manager, commented, “We are grateful for the volunteers from Mastercard’s SALUTE Business Resource Group and their participation in the Cumbrian Challenge 2024. Witnessing their teams take on the different...

Clearly Drinks gear up to conquer the Cumbrian Challenge

By Media Team on Apr 30, 9:58am

Two teams from Clearly Drinks will join hundreds of Walking With The Wounded supporters in Grasmere this May, as they take on their inaugural Cumbrian Challenge.

Set in the picturesque rolling hills set above the quaint village of Grasmere, the event sees participants tackle one of three routes spanning 11km to 28km. Each route takes on numerous peaks and introduces participants to stunning vistas spanning the Lake District Fells.

Victoria Doran, Head of Corporate Relationships at WWTW, said, “We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to Clearly Drinks teams joining us for this year's Cumbrian Challenge. This event offers the perfect weekend for corporate supporters to come together and champion those who served and their families From...

Sunbelt Rentals announced as Presenting Partner for the Cumbrian Challenge 2024

By Media Team on Apr 23, 11:00am

Walking With The Wounded (WWTW) is thrilled to announce Sunbelt Rentals as the Presenting Partner for this year's Cumbrian Challenge event. In addition, Gasway, BAE Systems Submarines, DXC Technology and FDM Group are also supporting the event.

The Cumbrian Challenge is WWTW's flagship fundraising event, drawing in hundreds of participants to conquer the rugged Cumbrian Fells. Participants take on one of three routes to generate vital funds supporting veterans and their families through WWTW's Employment, Mental Health, and Support Care Coordination programmes. Funds raised from the event will enable WWTW to ensure that veterans and their families continue to receive the support they need.

“We are thrilled to announce Sunbelt Rentals as...