GIFT OF WALKING IS POWERED BY THOSE WHO CARE

Long-distance walks require reliable transportation before, during, and after each route. Olek may need help getting to starting points, returning from finish points, moving between rest stops, or having a support vehicle nearby during certain parts of the walk.

Transportation support may include:

• Driving Olek to or from route locations
• Helping with airport, bus, or train station pickups
• Providing a support vehicle during parts of the walk
• Transporting supplies, luggage, signs, or equipment
• Helping volunteers move between route points
• Offering local knowledge about safe roads, parking, and access points

Even a single ride or local connection can make a meaningful difference.

During a long-distance walk, safe and comfortable places to rest are essential. Olek may need overnight accommodations along the route, as well as spaces where he can recover, prepare for the next day, and connect with local supporters.

Hosting support may include:

• Offering a place to stay overnight
• Helping arrange local accommodations
• Connecting Olek with families, community members, or organizations who may be able to host
• Providing access to meals, laundry, or a quiet place to rest
• Helping identify accessible or comfortable lodging options along the route

A welcoming place to rest can help Olek continue the journey with strength and care.

Community support is at the heart of Gift of Walking. Each walk becomes more powerful when local people, organizations, Ukrainian communities, churches, businesses, media, and volunteers help share the mission.

Community outreach support may include:

• Connecting Olek with local Ukrainian organizations or community groups.
• Helping introduce the walk to churches, cultural centres, schools, businesses, or service clubs.
• Sharing the mission with local media
• Helping organize small welcome gatherings or community meetups.
• Posting flyers or sharing updates online
• Walking alongside Olek for part of the route
• Helping find donors, sponsors, or local partners.

The more people who know about the walk, the more support can reach Ukraine.