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Every step counts. Every paw matters.
This November, the Walksfar Dogwalking team is taking on an ambitious goal: walk 1 million steps (approx. 500 miles) in just one month to raise funds for AEZA, a dog rescue charity in Aljezur, Portugal.
UPDATE: Only three days into the challenge we've already walked 1/4 of Million Steps, so we've decided to set a new target of 1.5 Million Steps.
How will the funds be used?
- Support the charity directly — covering medical care, food, and shelter improvements for the dogs.
- Fund the production of a documentary that will shine a spotlight on AEZA’s life-saving work.
How Your Donation Helps
Even a small donation makes a difference:
£10 = Dog food for a week
£25 = Vaccinations for a puppy
£50 = Transport for a rescue dog to its forever home
£100 = Medical treatment for injured strays
About AEZA
AEZA has been rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming dogs in the Algarve since 2001. They take in abandoned and stray dogs, provide vet care, food, shelter, and most importantly — find them loving homes. Despite limited funding, their dedication never wavers. But to keep going, they need awareness, resources, and support.
The Walksfar Step Challenge
From November 17th to December 25th 2025, our team will be clocking up steps daily — rain or shine.
- Step Target: 1 million steps combined.
- Tracking: Monitored daily via fitness trackers/apps.
- Fundraising: Sponsored by friends, family, clients, and local businesses.
Ways to Get Involved
- Donate (every pound counts!)
- Share this fundraiser on social media
- Walk with us! (Track your own steps and join the challenge virtually)
- Sponsor a milestone (e.g. “£25 if the team hits 500,000 steps!”)
Key Dates
- Walk Dates: November/December 2025
- Fundraising Page Open: Until 31 December 2025
- Documentary Filming: May 2026 (Portugal)
- Documentary Release: Summer 2026
❤️ Thank You
This challenge is about more than steps — it’s about giving dogs a second chance at life. With your help, AEZA can keep rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming dogs who have nowhere else to go.
Every step we take is a step towards safety for a dog in need. Thank you for supporting us.
Call-to-Action
Donate today & follow our progress
Instagram: @walksfardoggies / @aeza_aljezur
Blog: walksfardogwalking.com
Organizer and beneficiary
Kerry Heyworth
Beneficiary