This October, will you join us for Miles in Memory 2024?

19/09/2024

MILES IN MEMORY 2024

This October, in support of Baby Loss Awareness Week, we invite you to join our Miles in Memory challenge. This is a chance to honour the memory of the babies who have touched your life while raising vital funds for Aching Arms.

Together, with your participation, we can continue to offer comfort and support to bereaved families across the UK after the loss of their baby. Let’s make sure no family faces their journey alone.

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Complete your miles your way and get active for Aching Arms!

Choose your challenge, decide your distance, select a location, set a date(s) during October, and organise your fundraising. Whether you take on an individual challenge or create a team event, it’s all up to you!

CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE

Get moving in a way that suits you! Walk, jog, run, skip, dance, skate, scoot, cycle, swim, ride, or roll—pick something you love or try something new.

Design your own unique event: a step-a-thon, mini Triathlon, family fun run, or a relaxing neighbourhood stroll. You can stick to one activity or combine different ones. There are no rules—be as creative as you like and, most importantly, have fun!

DECIDE YOUR DISTANCE

How far will you go? Whether it’s 1 mile a day, 10 miles a week, or any distance that holds personal meaning for you and your baby, every mile matters. Complete your chosen miles anytime during October 2024.

SELECT A LOCATION

Familiar places or faraway spaces—your challenge can take place wherever you wish.

Walk, run, or jog at your local park or along a scenic trail. Swim at your local pool, hike in the hills, or take a relaxing stroll along the beach or a riverside path. You could even explore new landmarks or special places that hold personal meaning for you and your family.

SET A DATE(S) DURING OCTOBER

You can complete your challenge all at once or spread it out over several days. Choose what works best for your schedule, whether it's every day, once a week, or as a one-off challenge. Weekends, evenings, lunch breaks—it’s entirely up to you!

YOUR FUNDRAISING

Join our official Miles in Memory campaign page and set up your personal JustGiving fundraising page. All funds raised will go towards supporting families through Aching Arms.

DIGITAL FUNDRAISING PACK

Register with us using the form below, and we’ll send you a free Digital Fundraising Pack. This pack is full of resources to help you promote your challenge and kick-start your fundraising efforts.

ACHING ARMS PIN BADGE

Everyone participating in Miles in Memory 2024 will receive a complimentary Aching Arms pin badge. Wear it with pride to honour the babies we hold in our hearts.

ACHING ARMS TOTE BAG

Raise £100 or more on your dedicated fundraising page, and we’ll send you a stylish 100% cotton Aching Arms tote bag featuring our dandelion logo. It’s a special keepsake to commemorate your participation. (Please note: fundraising pages must be linked to our official campaign, and tote bags are subject to availability.)

WE'RE HERE TO HELP

Our compassionate team is here to support you throughout your Miles in Memory journey. If you have any questions, please reach out to Karen and Ilana at fundraising@achingarms.co.uk.

Sign up here. 

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