Why take part?
The walkathon is a very meaningful activity. All the funds raised will be donated to Walk to Build for constructing schools in rural China. Apart from building new schools, it is a golden opportunity to improve parent-child relationships and health! The walkathon would require much exercise which is tremendously lacking in everyday life. Moreover, it is a time for relaxation. Both parents and children can use this chance to improve communication and relationships. This event not only benefits health, but also strengthens family bonding and helps Mainland students. So don’t hesitate to join this event! By joining this walkathon, you can help hundreds of school kids in China to have a better school. Walk to Build needs your support.
The route of the walk
The length of the walk is 4 km. Part of the Lantau Trail is covered. The starting point is Tung Chung and the finishing point is Tai O. The route is along the coastline of Lantau Island. You can savour the spectacular view of the airport, the sea and the neighbouring islands. The trail is flat, gentle and easy to walk. It is suitable for both beginners and experts. No matter what level you are, you can enjoy the walkathon. The estimated time needed would be six hours. Everyone could complete this route in a day’s time.
The work of Walk to Build
Walk to Build is a charity aimed at improving the learning conditions of students in China. Walk to Build builds new schools in rural areas in China and poor provinces, such as Guizhou and Inner Mongolia. The new schools built provide a safe and comfortable learning environment. Provided with up-to-date teaching facilities, the teaching efficiency and effectiveness of the schools would be increased. Since there will be more schools, the travel distance of students will be shortened and more children can go to school. The main goal of the organization, in short, is to convert the population burden of China into intelligence resources. By raising funds through holding walkathons, it can gather the capital it needs.
In addition, the organization hopes to increase the awareness of Hong Kong citizens towards education and poverty problems in China. Education is the key to breaking the vicious cycle of poverty. This charity is dedicated to achieving this goal and it needs your support.