"Walk with Muthukad: Change lives thru BMCF" fundraising appeal by Joel Shaju

Hi, I am Joel Shaju, and I am 18 years old from Telford, Shropshire. I am honoured to take part in the “Walk with Muthukad Change Lives thru BMCF” initiative on 19th October 2025. I joined this campaign after hearing about it from a close family friend, and I was immediately moved by the cause supporting differently-abled children at the International Institute for Children with Disabilities in Kasaragod, Kerala. This walk is important to me because I believe that when we’re given a chance to do good, we should take it. Everyone deserves access to the same opportunities and facilities, regardless of their abilities. Although this is my first time fundraising individually, I’ve previously been involved in raising money for Wayanadu through an event organised by my dad. I hope the money I raise brings real help and makes a positive impact on the lives of those who need it most. As it says in John 13:34–35: “Love one another as I have loved you.” If we all lived by this, the world would be a kinder place. Thank you so much for your support! To mark this event as a very special occasion, the British Malayali Charity Foundation has also decided to honour one of the local community charities here in the UK, as it has always done, for their outstanding service to those in need. As a token of solidarity and gratitude, BMCF will be donating £1,000.00 to Open Hands Leicester, a leading community charity in Leicestershire, for their relentless efforts in supporting many deserving people in and around the area. On Sunday 19th October 2025, the suburbs of Leicestershire will come alive with the power of unity, compassion and magic as Gopinath Muthukad – world-renowned magician turned humanitarian – leads a heartwarming initiative to transform the lives of children with disabilities. Through “Walk with Muthukad – Change Lives thru BMCF” & "BMCF M'Cube Magic Moments"we aim to raise crucial funds for the International Institute for Children with Disabilities at Kasaragod, Kerala, India – a world-class centre offering care, education and empowerment to differently-abled children. The participants get an ample opportunity to walk and chat with a reputed and well-known magician Mr. Gopinath Muthukad at 11 AM at Beacon Hill Park, Leicester along with the great participation to raise funds for a noble cause The walk trails through the park will be for around an hour. Let’s make this mission a reality by spreading this message by sharing amongst your dear and near ones. Your support will not only make the above events a grand succes but also bring lasting light into the lives of those who need it most. Please ensure to give consent to claim gift aid if eligible as every £ 1.00 you donate get enhanced to another £ 0.25 by doing so. Thanks & Regards, Joel Shaju