Running 100km to Support Pilgrims on Their Journey to ACYF 2025

Hi friends,

Starting on the Feast Day of the Assumption of Mary (15 August 2025) and continuing through to 14 September 2025, I’ll be running 100km to raise funds for young pilgrims from across Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains who are preparing to attend the Australian Catholic Youth Festival (ACYF) in Melbourne.

That's about 3km to 4km a day!

While this is not an official fundraiser of the Diocese of Parramatta or Catholic Youth Parramatta, every dollar raised will go directly towards reducing the cost of travel and participation for these pilgrims.

My goal is to make this sacred experience more accessible to as many young people as possible!

ACYF is a powerful opportunity for young Catholics to encounter Christ and connect with others, and be inspired by our Church at the National scale. Your support will help ensure that financial barriers don’t stand in the way of this experience.

Whether you can give a little or a lot, every contribution helps—and I’ll be running every kilometre with your generosity in mind.

Thank you for your support and prayers!

With gratitude,

Qwayne