Warm Clothes & Warm Hearts:
‘AYUB HAMDARD FOUNDATION CHARITY WALK TO MARGALLA HILLS ISLAMABAD’
SUNDAY 23rd FEBRUARY 2020
The Charity Walk is in aid of displaced victims of floods in Upper Ishkoman facing bitterly freezing temperatures of -15°c in harsh snowy conditions with little or no protection.
BACKGROUND:
Every year, many villagers of Qurumbar valley of upper Ishkomen suffer from exposure-related illnesses, due to a lack of warm clothing and insulation in their homes. Many more suffer tremendously in the cold.The situation is particularly desperate this year due to heavy snowfall. Many impoverished families, unable to find the funds to rebuild homes that were destroyed by Batswat Glacier outburst flood in July 2018, and in the result of that outburst flood more than 40 houses has been completely washed away, are facing their second winter living in freezing-cold houses. Particularly at risk are the very young and very old.
100% of your donation goes directly to purchasing Winter clothing for distribution.
Our goal is to protect the families in the villages we have identified as most at-risk.
APPEAL:
Please come forward and join hands with Ayub Hamdard Foundation Pakistan to provide assistance to the affected families of remote vulnerable families of upper Ishkomen valley who are desperately seeking shelter, Winter Clothing, food and healthcare facilities.We are willing to accept funds, clothing or any other help that may seem fit for this cause. Let us be a part of this together and help those who aren’t able to stand against the harsh climate.
We request every one of you to share and spread this cause as much as they can and to help us in whatever way is possible
LOCATION:
The Charity Walk is in the stunningly scenery of Islamabad surrounded by some of Pakistan's magnificently beautiful mountains the Margalla Hills overlooking some of the capital's famous landmarks ,Shah Faisal Mosque Parliament House and Rawal Lake.This spectacular event will take place on SUNDAY 23rd February 2020 at 10:30 hours at Car Park Lot : Trail 3. All participants will meet at Car Park Lot : Trail 3 from 10:00 hours onward for registration and pre walk talk. The walk commences at 10 :30 hours participants need to ARRIVE PROMPTLY. Walking boots and lunch essential and registration required.Wear waterproof windproof clothing and sufficient food and drink for the duration of the walk. The walk starts at Car Park Lot : Trail 3 famous for walks following an exciting route to the top where Trail 3 join Trail 5 and returning from this point via Trail 5 to Car Park Lot 3.The duration of the walk varies individually however it will take approximately 4-5 hours commencing at 10:30 hours and finishing at 15:30 hours.
• Take enough food and drink for the hike.
• Proper hiking Shoes, Cap.
• Sunglasses and sunblock are recommended.
REGISTRATION FEE:
Rs 1000 per person or moreRs 500 per student
"MORE DONATIONS WILL BE HIGHLY APPRECIATED"
Invite to all to attend this spectacular event.
Everyone is WELCOME – FAMILY FRIENDS NEIGHBOURS and COLLEAGUES
Those who cannot participate in this walk can still support the remote mountain community of upper Ishkomen Ghizer by sending DONATIONS in the mentioned Bank AC.