Naina and Neena are delighted to announce their forthcoming event, Naina & Neena’s Journey:  Post Event Update25 October 2016We boarded our Emirates flight from Heathrow on the 3rd October 2015, finally arriving 13 hours later in to the bustling city of Beijing. After a group briefing, and a meet and greet with our 43 fellow trekkers it was straight to bed as we had a 6.30am wake-up call the next morning. We were soon on our way through Monday morning Beijing traffic for a 3 hour journey to the start of our half day trek, Huangyaguan. First major obstacle was a toilet stop Chinese style with no doors! After overcoming our inhibitions, we started our trek. We walked along a section which began at Taipingzhai and then returned along the Great Wall to Huangyaguan. We covered many steps of varying heights and widths. After a few shaky legs, it was time for lunch and three hour drive to our second night the Impression Inn. Day 2 was another early start with a 6.30am wake up call. After a basic breakfast we were soon on our way for a journey of an hour and a half to the start of our walk at Gubeikou. We were joined by a group of local ladies known as the ‘hello’ ladies. They soon became an asset helping us with the difficult parts of our walk. They had their motives. We went trekking along the beautiful and scenic Gubeikou wall. The views were picturesque and for the first time this is what we felt we had come to experience. We trekked along parts of the wall with shear drops on either side where a few people were struggling with vertigo. We climbed many steps to ascend and descend 20 watch towers. The weather was very warm at 27 degrees and by lunch time we were glad for a rest inside the coolness of one of the watchtowers. Parts of the wall were closed due to military control and so we had to descend the mountain on a meandering dirt track through woodland to rejoin the wall at tower 21. Some of the watch towers were very challenging with very narrow foot holes and steps to reach the next tower. At this point we were on the Jinshaling section of the wall which is very touristic and in complete contrast to the first part of our walk. After a long 9 hour trek, we were welcomed into an extremely basic hostel with very poor quality food and facilities. Fortunately we had bought our own supplies of homemade treats in case with lots of cups of tea. All in all it was a challenging day and we felt that our training had certainly paid off.  We had the luxury of an extra hour in bed on Day 3, with an alarm call of 7:30am. Unfortunately it was not in a hostel that you would have spent an hour longer than needed! Breakfast was spam, white bread and eggs! The walk started with those less able being given the option of traveling on a cable car, whilst the rest of us started the walk in high spirits. The first lot of steps and inclines soon sorted the “men from the boys”. The incline and steps were nothing like we had experienced yesterday, with literally vertical inclines which were smooth slabs of concrete with no footholds. It was sheer will power and determination that got us to the top, only to look towards the next watchtower and saw exactly the same! The “hello ladies” were with us again and sweet as they were they wouldn’t let us go without buying their trinkets and Great Wall gifts. We stopped for lunch at the point where the wall has started to crumble. A few of the group carried onto the next two watch towers but the terrain was quite challenging. After lunch it was an hour walk off the wall towards our waiting coach, which was going to take us to our accommodation for night 4. Event Details Our Challenging Journey...Dear friends, We are keen walkers who walk regularly for physical and social benefits. We have completed several half Marathon and full marathon walks raising money for various charities over recent years. Trekking the Great Wall has been a passion each one of us has been very keen to participate in simply because being a natural wonder of the world the scenery will be breath-taking and the terrain challenging encouraging us to be further disciplined in our efforts to train harder and in exceeding our natural limitations. Our walk is planned for October 2015 and the trek will involve walking a distance of several miles for up to 8 hours a day for a week. Naina’s pledge. As well as being a personal challenge, we would like to raise awareness of the charity One Kind Act. Through sponsorship and donation, I am personally hoping to make a collection to put towards the plight of street children in India. Children are an emotive subject and very close to my heart and I believe that every child deserves to be loved and raised in a happy and secure environment. In my attempts to make a difference I was introduced to Matthew (through my yoga teacher) who himself was an orphan with an extremely tumultuous childhood. His life story was humbling and as a result of his own hardship he wanted that no other children should have to suffer like he did. Through sheer hard work, the kindness of others and humble volunteers he has established several orphanages in Goa. The organisation that raises the profile of this cause is www.childrescue.net It is my intention to visit as a volunteer in the future and to further this cause in whichever way I can. Neena’s Pledge. The Great Wall of China trek will be challenging both physically as well as mentally. Having come from a family that believes in helping others, I would like to give something back myself. If the money that is raised through pledges and donations makes a difference to even one person in this world, I will feel that my personal challenge is complete.  I am supporting two charities; OKA and Mycenae Gravis, of which both causes are very close to my heart.  Mycenae Gravis can affect any one of us at any time, it is an autoimmune condition that affects the nerves and muscles. Autoimmune conditions are caused by the body's immune system mistakenly attacking healthy tissue.  I hope that you will be able to support both of us by giving a donation to enable us to help others less fortunate than ourselves. All these charities rely totally on the generous donations of people like yourselves.  About One Kind ActOne Kind Act Changes Communities and lives of others globally who suffer as a result of Poverty of Health, Nutrition and Education and may have Fallen Through The Net of the larger charities. Learn More here  

Kam Mann is delighted to announce her forthcoming event, Great Walk in China:Event DetailsDear Friends and family,As some of you know I am a keen walker, for fitness and social benefits. I have completed several half marathons and full marathon walks raising money for various charities over recent years.Trekking the Great Wall has been an aim of mine for a long while, when approached by Neena I jumped at the chance of the challenge. The Great Wall being A World Heritage Site will be wonderful experience.  I have also completed a trek to Hemkund Sahib, India several years ago and Mount Kailash, Lake Manasarovar in Tibet last year, so felt I should push my self further to do the great wall.As a family we believe in supporting and helping others.  When I read about one Kind Act, I felt I would like to raise money for this charity, as a mother you know how precious each child is and if I can help in some small way that will be a wonderful feeling.I hope that you will be able to support me by giving a donation to enable us to help others less fortunate than ourselves. All these charities rely totally on the generous donations of people like yourselves.  Our walk is planned for October 2015 and the trek will involve walking many miles for up to 8 hours a day for a week.Kam

Ritu Soni is delighted to announce her forthcoming event, Ritu’s Kitty Music Party:Post Event Update18 September 2015, Richa VermaOKA's Ritu Soni hosted a charity kitty recently.  Thirty women paid generously to turn up in their gladrags for an evening of drinks, a sumptuous three course banquet and a professional singing old, evergreen and the latest Bollywood songs. There was much merriment, laughter, singsongs and impromptu dancing which continued until late.All proceeds were donated to OKA to help destitute orphans in India, abandoned disabled children in Africa and the homeless in London. The evening was in keeping with OKA's ethos of living and giving.  When you are having fun or doing what you enjoy, make the world a happier place too.A grand sum of £600 was raised for the good causes that OKA supports. Event DetailsI belong to a kitty group. I suddenly had a brainwave. Instead of eating out, and with the help of culinary expertise of my close friends, I could host the same kitty group in the comfort of my home and use the money to raise monies for OKA, whilst having fun with good friends.About One Kind ActOne Kind Act Changes Communities and lives of others globally who suffer as a result of Poverty of Health, Nutrition and Education and may have Fallen Through The Net of the larger charities. Learn More here

Ritu Soni is delighted to announce her forthcoming event, Ritu’s Cinema Night:Post Event UpdateAugust 2105, Ritu SoniA Cinema Night at Chez SoniWhat is better than a cinema night at home? Ten lovely ladies supporting OKA and watching the The Second Marigold Hotel. There was food and drink and of course the customary popcorn. A whatsapp group chat ensured the waiter for the night (Karun Soni) served up teas, coffees on demand. Richard Gere was the icing on the cake. He wasn’t there but his presence in the film bought us pin drop silence.Luckily we have an amazing friend circle who are up for most things. We raised £150 for OKA. God bless you for supporting OKA.About One Kind ActOne Kind Act Changes Communities and lives of others globally who suffer as a result of Poverty of Health, Nutrition and Education and may have Fallen Through The Net of the larger charities. Learn More here

Rena and Naina are delighted to announce their forthcoming event, OKA Summer Party:Post Event Update9 August 2015The sun was gloriously shining down on our first OKA garden party on Saturday 8th August 2015. A fun filled afternoon was enjoyed by the 70+ guests from teens to grown-ups who attended. From obstacle courses to pinning the tail on the donkey, guessing the number of sweets, a crazy photo booth, a cosy shisha corner, raffle prizes galore, music and Bollywood dancing.  What an array of delicious home-made food was served throughout the day from stone baked pizzas to scrumptious melt in the mouth brownies, all celebrated to the theme of a Wild West backdrop in red, white and blue. Over £2000 was raised with welcome feedback to make this a regular annual event for One Kind Act.Event DetailsRena & Naina are hosting a Summer Party for One Kind ActAll Drinks and Food Included Saturday, August 8th from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM3 Ross Close Harrow HA3 6SR This is a ticketed event cost £25.00pp Please note there is limited spaces, so buy tickets asap Friends and Family welcomeAbout One Kind ActOne Kind Act Changes Communities and lives of others globally who suffer as a result of Poverty of Health, Nutrition and Education and may have Fallen Through The Net of the larger charities. Learn More here

Aroon & Mayoor are delighted to announce their forthcoming event, 100 Mile Cycle Ride:             Event DetailsOur Challenge is a small gesture to see the happiness in othersDear Family & Friends, After climbing Stok Kangri 6,153m last year we set ourselves a challenge to participate in the Prudential Cycle Ride which starts at the Queen Elizabeth Park, then follows a 100 mile route through the Capital, finishing at The Mall in central London.Our early morning Sunday training has had it's up's and down's literally and many falls along the way, coming home feeling like a school kid with blood and bruises has just made us more determined. Please support us and together we can make it happen!!Thank you About One Kind ActOne Kind Act Changes Communities and lives of others globally who suffer as a result of Poverty of Health, Nutrition and Education and may have Fallen Through The Net of the larger charities. Learn More here

Chitra Prashar is delighted to announce her forthcoming event, Chitra’s Indian Cookery Demo:      Post Event Update4 July 2015, Chitra PrasharOn Friday 3rd July, I held a fundraiser event to raise money for OKA. The event was a fun filled evening of wining and dining alongside an Indian cookery demonstration.The warm summer evening kicked off with drinks and canapes on the patio followed by an introduction to OKA and what we stand for.  My guests then gathered in the kitchen and I demonstrated various Indian recipes. They were then given recipe booklets and samples of condiments to take home. Then dinner followed, sampling the food we had cooked.The evening was a great success and thankfully the demo was not as nerve racking as I envisaged. 21 ladies attended the event, helping to raise £900.I would like to extend my heart-felt thanks to all the ladies for their support and for making this possible.  Chitra PrasharEvent DetailsI’m often being asked for recipes from friends and family and thus have taken the opportunity to hold an Indian cookery demonstration evening as a charitable event for OKA and have fun at the same time, whilst raising money for the charity. It is to be held on 03 July 2015.About One Kind ActOne Kind Act Changes Communities and lives of others globally who suffer as a result of Poverty of Health, Nutrition and Education and may have Fallen Through The Net of the larger charities. Learn More here

Neena Koshal is delighted to announce her forthcoming event, Neena’s Butter Chicken for OKA Charity:Post Event Update23 June 2015, Neena KoshalI couldn't believe the response, it was absolutely amazing! Within 5 days, I had over 125 orders of butter chicken, and had to say "next time" to just as many friends/family!Butter chicken day was Friday 22nd June, and there was a lot of Indian spices to roast and grind before actually cooking. My biggest headache was where was I going to store 65lbs of chicken......20 pints of cream......10 packets of butter......so my neighbours’ fridges came into action. On the day itself, cooking started at 6am, and I finished all the cooking, cooling down, packing etc by 3pm, loaded up the car and started on my deliveries, and finally got home at 7pm. And there was not enough butter chicken left for dinner, so we ended up eating good old fish and chips!Total raised for One Kind Act was £685Thank you all so much.NeenaEvent DetailsI developed my love for cooking from my mother and my sister, both of whom loved to cook dishes from all over the world. So when I had my children, and was a bored mum at home, I set up a business, using my culinary skills, with my sister in law. We provided fresh home-made Indian food every Friday, to parents at my children's school. Our signature dish was the butter chicken.So after looking for a possible idea to raise funds for One Kind Act, I have decided to offer to cook butter chicken, after an absence of 8 years, to the same parents and extended the offer to family and friends.So here goes…..About One Kind ActOne Kind Act Changes Communities and lives of others globally who suffer as a result of Poverty of Health, Nutrition and Education and may have Fallen Through The Net of the larger charities. Learn More here