The launch of our Earth, Wind and Fire ultimate challenge

Take on the ultimate challenge

We’ve unveiled a 12-month programme of exciting fundraising challenges for 2025 including a range of walks, cycling, golfing and some real adrenalin rushes! 

This year, for the first time, the charity has created an ultimate challenge called Earth, Wind and Fire. Fundraisers, known as Earth, Wind and Fire Champions will be challenged to complete three separate events: the 18-mile Chilterns 3 Peaks Challenge in September (Earth), a daredevil skydive in May, June, July or September (Wind) and finally, a firewalk over hot coals in November (Fire).   

The brand-new challenge is not for the faint-hearted, but those taking part will be supported by the charity to work together as a group and motivate each other to reach a minimum fundraising target of £600 each.  

For those who prefer to support the charity via separate challenges, there is a wide range of other exciting opportunities to choose from this year.  

CYCLING: Keen cyclists will be able to take part in a 55-mile London to Brighton cycle challenge taking place on 14 September.  This event is new for 2025 and will really test stamina and leg muscles to the fullest.   

WALKING: For those who prefer two legs to two wheels, the London Bridges Walk on 9 March, takes in either five or 12 London bridges and offers an opportunity to see some of the best views the capital has to offer. 

TREKKING: Or for those intrepid travellers looking for a unique experience there is the chance to head off on a once–in-a-lifetime Trek China fundraiser starting on 21 March 2026. 

The events that make up the Earth, Wind and Fire ultimate challenge can also be completed as standalone events. They include a choice of three distances to walk in the Chilterns 3 Peaks Challenge on 14 September, the Firewalk on 13 November and skydives in May, June, July or September.   

If family fun is what you’re after, the charity will be rounding off the year with its much-loved Rudolph Run taking place in St Albans on 7 December 2025. 

Tracey Hancock, Director of Fundraising, said:  

“Our challenges this year cater for walkers, cyclists and thrill seekers so there should be something that will appeal to everyone. We are delighted to be offering our first ever Earth, Wind and Fire ultimate challenge for those who want to push themselves harder and complete this great trio of events in one year.  

“Whatever you decide to take part in, the money that you raise will make a huge difference to those that we help every hour of every day of the year. 

“We only receive 14% of our funding from statutory sources so rely on our amazing community to   support us throughout the year by taking part in events or organising their own fundraising activities. We couldn’t provide our services without you and we thank you for all the support that you give us.”