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Step Up For Stomas – Do 42!

It’s that time of year again, when we gear up for our annual Step Up for Stomas challenge, and this year we’re asking you to Do 42!, because every 42 minutes someone turns to us for support.

Every year our Step Up for Stomas challenge helps us raise vital funds to support our key services like our Stoma Helpline, Befriending, Private Facebook group, and Tidings magazine.

We don’t receive any government funds and we must generate all our income ourselves, so we’re reliant on the generous support of people like you!

By taking part in our ‘Do 42’ challenge, you can help make sure we’re accessible to all those who need us, when they need us – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Why 42?

Every 42 minutes, someone contacts Colostomy UK for help.

When is the ‘Do 42’ challenge?

The challenge will take place on 14^th – 20^th October – the 42^nd week of the year!

What’s Your Challenge?

Many of our supporters set themselves a physical challenge for Step Up for Stomas, as it is a fantastic opportunity to get fit while raising funds for a good cause, while others take a more creative approach. We’ve tried to come up with enough ideas to make sure there’s something for everyone – and there are plenty more in our Do 42! guide which you’ll receive once you’ve registered here

Why ‘Do 42’?

You’ll be part of an energised community, working together to raise valuable funds to make sure we’re there when, every 42 minutes, someone looks for help via Colostomy UK’s services.

Many previous ‘Steppers’ have told us they’ve used our Step Up for Stomas challenge as a springboard to get active after surgery, enjoying doing so in the company of others. Our more creative participants have relished the challenge of coming up with a really fun idea around the theme. And everybody has loved having the excuse to get in touch with so many of their friends and family, far and wide, to share what they’re doing and ask for their support!

How to Get Involved:

Follow our five steps to Step Up for Stomas!

• Step One: Register online here – it’s free and easy to join in.
• Step Two: choose your challenge then set up a fundraising page at Just giving or on Facebook, or use the sponsorship form attached to your guide. You can also email getinvolved@colostomyuk.org to request a hard copy form.
• Step Three: Set yourself a fundraising target – whether it’s £42, £420 or £4,200, having a goal is likely to help you generate more support.
• Step Four: Tell everybody! Share your challenge with everyone you know, and don’t be afraid to ask people to sponsor you, or to join in – remember, you’re not doing it for you, you’re doing it to help the over  200,000 people in the UK living with stomas get the support they need. Why not download and use the graphics below.