THE LONG MARCH HOME: MY 54-MILE PLEDGE TO VETERANS

THE MISSION
On June 7-8, 2025, I'll push beyond my limits in the legendary Cateran Yomp—a brutal 54-mile forced march through Scotland's unforgiving Perthshire highlands. 24 hours. No sleep. No surrender.
"In the military, we never leave anyone behind. As veterans, that promise doesn't expire."
WHY I'M MARCHING
As a HM Forces Veteran, I've seen comrades face battles that didn't end when they returned home:
- The sergeant who lost his home after PTSD made civilian work impossible.
- The young private who needed specialized equipment after losing limbs in combat.
- The veteran's widow left with three children and nowhere to turn.
These are not just statistics. These are our brothers and sisters in arms.
The Army Benevolent Fund stood in the gap for them when no one else would. Now I'm standing up for the Fund.
THE CHALLENGE AHEAD
The Cateran Yomp is no ordinary charity walk:
- 54 miles of rugged Highland terrain.
- 6,562+ feet of brutal elevation.
- Navigating through the darkness of night.
- Physical exhaustion that tests the limits of endurance.
- Weather conditions that can change in an instant.
But this temporary discomfort pales against the daily struggles of wounded veterans.
YOUR DONATION'S IMPACT
When you support my march, here's exactly what you're funding:
Donation
|
Direct Impact
|
£25 |
Provides a day of urgent housing support for a homeless veteran |
£50 |
Funds specialized counselling for a service member battling PTSD |
£100 |
Supplies essential household items for a family in crisis |
£250 |
Contributes to mobility equipment for wounded personnel |
£500 |
Covers emergency financial relief for a veteran's family |
Last year alone, the Army Benevolent Fund helped over 60,000 members of our military family through their darkest hours.
THE COUNTDOWN HAS BEGUN
The clock is ticking. In just weeks, I'll face this challenge regardless of conditions—just as our veterans face their challenges every day, rain or shine.
"The true measure of a society can be found in how it treats those who have borne the battle."
MY PERSONAL PLEDGE
For every mile I complete, I'm personally donating £3 to the cause. That's £162 of my own commitment. (The 3 represents the symbols on my corps’ Identity/cap badge, (1) The Rearing Horse, (2) Chain, (3) Lightning Flash which symbolise (1) Power, (2) Control (3) Electrical Engineering. Feel free to guess the cap badge.
Will you match my determination with your generosity?
JOIN MY SUPPORT BATTALION
There are many ways to help:
- DONATE NOW — Even small amounts make a profound difference.
- SHARE MY PAGE — Help me reach those who care about our veterans.
- CHALLENGE ME — Pledge a bonus for when I reach specific milestones.
- MARCH ALONGSIDE — Join me virtually by walking a mile on June 7-8.
THE FINAL PUSH
When my legs are burning at mile 40, and every step feels impossible, knowing you're behind this mission will keep me moving forward.
Our veterans never quit on us. I won't quit on them. Will you stand with us?
DONATE TODAY and help ensure no veteran fights alone.
With deepest gratitude and respect,
Osagie Abifade
HM Forces Veteran
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"They stood up for us. Now we stand up for them."
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Thank you to my Sponsors

£32.23
Paul Crisp

£32.23
Anonymous

£30
Simon Wigg
Amazing, well done Osage.

£25
Craig Sutherland
Very impressed that you are taking on this challenge, Good Luck Osagie!

£21.84
Stewart Felstead
Hey Osagie, I think that what you and Marcus along with everyone else involved is amazing! Good luck, have a fantastic day and enjoy yourself

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Richard R
Good Luck!

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Andrew Jordan
Happy yomping Osagie

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Sarah Goddard

£20
Clare Schramm
Best of luck Osagie!

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Adetunji Adeshina
Our Team

Lesley Sprung (C)
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Adam Tanner
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Marc Bateman
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Matthew Bickham
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adam warsop
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Darren McAlear
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Amy Kenyon
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Andy Harrison
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Phillip Singleton
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Marcus Delaney
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Benjamin Miller
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Osagie Abifade
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Michael Guffogg
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Max Goldsmith
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Tom Filmer
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Joyce Li
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Colin Turner
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Leane Matejko
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Roberto Bodegas
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Thomas Wackett
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Neil Jeffrey
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Anton Phillips
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Osagie/Marcus, wish you guys all the very best with this fantastic challenge which is for a fine cause. Good luck chaps,