Supporters fundraising stories

Hanwell Fields Community School and the Accumulator Challenge

Find out about the many and varied ways that Hanwell Fields has fundraised for Katharine House during the Accumulator Challenge of 2025/26.

Name: Hanwell Fields Community School
Event: Accumulator Challenge 2025/26
Venue: The school
Amount raised: £4,301

Why did you choose to support Katharine House Hospice with your fundraising?

Katharine House Hospice is a charity close to many families within our Hanwell family – the amazing hospice does such a wonderful job for our community. It’s also a great way to help our pupils understand first-hand about charity and how we can help others in need.

Tell us a bit about your event or activity

We have held several events for the Accumulator Challenge from ‘Break the rules day’ and ‘Hanwell’s Got Talent’ to my favourite event by far, a 24-hour sporting challenge where pupils, parents and our local community joined forces to take part in non-stop sports from 7.30am on Friday to 7.30am on Saturday. Just a few of the sporting challenges that we enjoyed included gymnastics, HIIT, keep fit, Irish Dancing, Netball – and even 5km walks in the middle of the night.

A group of primary school children and staff grouped together holding sports equipment and a sign that says 'We're taking part in the Accumulator Challenge'.

What tips would you pass onto other fundraisers? What worked well for you?

Dream big – and don’t be afraid of not doing everything on your list – there is always next year’s challenge!

How much did you raise?

Our grand total came to £4,301.

“We’re incredibly proud of how our school and community joined together and rallied behind this fundraising effort. This challenge wasn’t just about sport – it was about teamwork, compassion, and supporting a charity that means so much to so many.” Rececca Lister, Communities Hub Co-ordinator

Is there anything else you would like to tell us?

What a joy it is to support such a wonderful charity. One of the highlights is to meet one of your Community Ambassadors at our events and share stories of how our efforts help the hospice. Sarah was a true inspiration when she came to see us not once but twice at our 24hr challenge. Thank you for your support.