Walks & Treks

Steps for Evelina 2026

Name: Steps for Evelina
Start: 2026-05-31
Location: Anywhere — this is a virtual challenge

Join our charity walking challenge and walk 104 miles in May to support the incredible team at Evelina London, who provide compassionate care to 104,000 children and young people every year.

Date

Sun, 31 May 2026

Location

Anywhere — this is a virtual challenge

You can still sign up and be part of something special

Our charity walking challenge is already underway, but you can still join today and take part in a way that works for you. Every step you take helps support the incredible care provided to children and families at Evelina London.

While we can’t guarantee a t-shirt at this stage, we can promise that your support matters.

From 1 to 31 May 2026, we are inviting you to walk 104 miles to raise money for Evelina London Children’s Charity.

This is a flexible fundraising walking challenge, meaning you can complete it anywhere and at any time during May.

Whether you are walking to raise money for charity for the first time or you are a seasoned steps challenge participant, Steps for Evelina is designed to work around you. Walk to work, walk at the weekend, walk with friends or family. Every mile counts towards creating incredible moments at Evelina London.

Children often remember a visit to the hospital for the rest of their lives. By taking part in this challenge, you can help us fund projects that make their experience a little brighter and calmer.

How to take part in the Steps for Evelina walking challenge

1. Sign up and create your JustGiving page
Register on GivePanel and create your personalised JustGiving page. We’ll also send you a free Steps for Evelina t-shirt to get you started.

2. Track your miles your way
Connect your Strava account or fitness watch to your JustGiving page. This will allow you and your supporters to monitor your miles automatically. You also have the option to update them manually.

3. Join our Facebook group
Be part of our Evelina family! We’ll support you and fellow fundraisers with tips, resources, updates, and motivation throughout the month.

4. Walk 104 miles in May
Complete the challenge at your own pace. Every step you take supports the incredible team at Evelina London.

What is Steps for Evelina?

Steps for Evelina is a charity walking challenge with a number at its heart, 104 miles for 104,000 children and young people cared for each year at Evelina London. You can participate in this month-long virtual walking challenge throughout May. By taking part, you’ll aim to raise £150 to support life-changing care at Evelina London.

It is free to sign up, flexible to fit around your lifestyle, and open to all ages and abilities.

As charity walking challenges go, Steps for Evelina is one of the most flexible you will find. There are no set routes, no fixed times and no pressure. Just you, your miles and a cause worth walking for.

Who can take part in Steps for Evelina?

Everyone is welcome. Steps for Evelina is designed to be:

Inclusive
Family friendly
Flexible around work and home life
Accessible for different abilities

Whether you are new to fundraising or a long time supporter, Steps for Evelina is a meaningful way to get involved.

Virtual walking challenges have a special way of bringing people together no matter where they are. From seasoned fundraisers to first-timers, everyone walking for charity as part of Steps for Evelina is part of the same community, working towards the same goal.

Together, we can help children and families when they need it most.

Why take part in this charity walking challenge?

When you take part in Steps for Evelina, your fundraising helps provide care that goes beyond what the NHS can fund. The money you raise can help:

Create warm, welcoming spaces where children can still feel like children
Fund pioneering equipment and innovative treatments
Support families with practical and emotional care when they need it most
Back the incredible Evelina teams delivering compassionate, expert care every day

Walking to raise money for charity is one of the most accessible ways to make an amazing difference. You do not need specific equipment, a gym membership or a certain level of fitness level to take part.

You will also be part of a thriving community of supporters walking towards the same goal. In our Facebook group, fundraisers have the opportunity to share progress, cheer each other on, and exchange ideas.

Together, we celebrate every milestone and turn miles into meaningful impact.

Ready to take part? Join the Steps for Evelina walking challenge today.

"My son Ruairi and I took part in Steps for Evelina to say a huge thank you to the Evelina London team for saving his life. All the doctors and nurses at Evelina London went above and beyond for our little boy. No amount of walking could ever repay the care they gave my son."

Emily, whose son was cared for at Evelina London

Any questions?

If you’d like to find out more information about Steps for Evelina, please view our frequently asked questions or contact our team.