Title: The Big Nacoa Walk 2025 – Walking for Children Affected by a Parent’s Drinking

Our Goal: £10,000

Why We’re Walking?

Last May, mum passed away due to ill health from her alcohol addiction.

It was so incredibly painful watching someone you love deteriorate in the way that she did.

In a bid to process and reconcile what happened, I’m really trying to bring something positive out of it. Raising money for this incredible charity, NACOA who support children of alcoholics is one of those positive steps.

I think mum knew we were affected by her drinking but probably didn’t consider what the full impact of living with an alcoholic (particularly in the formative years) was like. The desperation, the fear and worry carried by very young people comes with a lasting imprint. NACOA support so many through their own personal journeys. I wish I had known about this charity in my younger years - things may have felt quite different.

Every step we take in The Big Nacoa Walk 2025 is for the 2.6 million children in the UK affected by a parent’s drinking. These children often feel alone, scared, and unheard. The National Association for Children of Alcoholics (Nacoa) provides vital support, offering a lifeline to children who need someone to talk to and resources to help them cope.

While the 50 walkers are walking for children who feel alone, scared, and unheard, the fundraising event will be the exact opposite—a celebration of community, hope, and support. It will bring people together in solidarity to show that no child should have to face these challenges alone.

How You Can Help?

By donating to our JustGiving page, you will help fund Nacoa’s free, confidential helpline and support services. Every pound raised makes a difference:

- £10 can pay for 5 information packs to be sent to schools.

- £20 pays for 10 helpline calls to be answered.

- £50 pays for an entire day of helpline calls

- £500 pays for a school support package for an entire year.

Support Us!

We appreciate any donation you can give to help us reach our £10,000 goal. Together, we can make sure that no child feels alone because of a parent's drinking.

Thank you for your support – every step we take is a step towards a brighter future for these children.