Dorcas ACTS

23/10/2026

WHAT A WALK. WHAT A DIFFERENCE.

The inaugural Walk in the Spirit 2026 has raised an incredible $130,408 for Dorcas ACTS!

Our original goal of $100,000 was surpassed, allowing us to set a new target of $125,000, and thanks to the generosity of our amazing community, we exceeded that too!

- 36 walkers completed the 11 km walk around Uluru
- 44 local walkers joined community walks
- 5 walk teams took part
- $130,408 raised to support Australians experiencing crisis

Most importantly, this achievement represents a community coming together to turn compassion into action.

A heartfelt thank you to every walker, donor, corporate sponsor, volunteer and supporter who helped make this possible. Your generosity helps Dorcas ACTS provide emergency financial assistance to individuals and families when they need it most.

The journey doesn’t end here! We’re already looking ahead to future WITS events and more opportunities to make a difference together. See more details here: spiritwalker.org.au/event-overview/

You can also visit our website to explore photos and videos from the event and learn more about the work of Dorcas ACTS.

22/10/2026

Have you checked your inbox lately? Keep an eye out this week! Our Walk in the Spirit 2026 event wrap-up newsletter is coming soon!

We’ll be looking back on our inaugural event, celebrating the incredible $130,408 raised for Dorcas ACTS, sharing some memorable moments and photos, and thanking everyone who helped make WITS 2026 such a success.

We’ll also share a look at what’s coming next for Walk in the Spirit, because this is just the beginning!

A huge thank you to our walkers, donors, corporate sponsors, volunteers and supporters. We couldn’t have done it without you.

08/10/2026

Walk in the Spirit 2026 - THANK YOU!

What a journey it has been!

We’re incredibly proud to share that all 36 walkers completed the 11km walk around Uluru as part of Everald’s 95th birthday Walk in the Spirit.

And together, we have achieved something incredible… $117,100 RAISED!

We reached our original $100,000 fundraising goal for Dorcas ACTS, and thanks to your generosity, we’ve now set a new target of $125,000.

But the Walk in the Spirit journey isn't over just yet.

Our local walks were a wonderful success, with:
Aspley — 15 walkers
Compton Gardens — 11 walkers
Hawksbury — 5 walkers

And this Saturday, the Shepparton Walk in the Spirit will bring even more people together to walk for the cause.

Donations are still open: spiritwalker.org.au/donations/
We’ll be leaving donations open for the next few weeks, giving our community more time to help us reach our new $125,000 goal.

Every contribution, large or small, helps support the important work of Dorcas ACTS and our ability to provide financial assistance to people facing times of crisis.
To every person who walked, donated, sponsored, volunteered, organised, shared, encouraged or supported Walk in the Spirit in any way: THANK YOU.
Your support has been extraordinary.
Inspired to Care. Moved to Act.

04/10/2026

Thank you National Seniors Australia, and congratulations to National Seniors Australia on your 50th birthday and then you for your support for the Walk In The Spirit Event / Everald Walk and Dorcas Acts.

30/09/2026

Everald on ABC Radio
We’re delighted to share that Everald Compton has been interviewed by ABC Radio ahead of his Walk in the Spirit around Uluru.
With just days to go until Everald takes on 11 kilometres on his 95th birthday, he spoke about the inspiration behind the walk, his commitment to helping others and his goal of raising $100,000 for Dorcas ACTS.
It’s a wonderful opportunity to hear Everald speak about the meaning behind Walk in the Spirit and why he has chosen to mark his 95th birthday by doing something for others.
Listen to the ABC Radio interview here:
https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/brisbane-evenings/evenings/107198724?utm_content=link&utm_medium=content_shared
Everald’s interview begins at approximately 2:04, so you can jump straight to the conversation.
If Everald’s story inspires you, there are still ways to be part of Walk in the Spirit — join a local walk, sponsor a walker or make a donation to help reach the $100,000 goal. Donate here: spiritwalker.org.au/donations
Inspired to Care. Moved to Act.

Reality TV or real people with real stories from all over Queensland, the choice is yours.

29/09/2026

We’re delighted to see Everald’s story featured in The Courier-Mail.

We’re thrilled that The Courier-Mail has shared Everald Compton’s story ahead of his Walk in the Spirit around Uluru.

In a wonderful article by journalist Michael Madigan, “Everald’s walk to find the beating heart of Australia” explores Everald’s remarkable life, his commitment to helping others and the purpose behind his upcoming walk.

At 95 years of age, Everald will walk 11km around Uluru at sunrise on Monday 5 October — his birthday — with a goal of raising $100,000 for Dorcas ACTS.

The article also highlights the work of Dorcas ACTS and the immediate financial support the charity provides to people facing difficult circumstances.

As Everald says:

“Do something for humanity every day, and humanity will do something for you.”

We’re grateful to The Courier-Mail for helping tell Everald’s story and shine a light on the reason behind this very special walk.

Read the full story on our website: https://spiritwalker.org.au/everalds-walk-to-find-the-beating-heart-of-australia-courier-mail/

And if Everald’s story inspires you, there are still ways you can be part of Walk in the Spirit — join a local walk, sponsor a walker or make a donation.

Inspired to Care. Moved to Act.

28/09/2026

Everald’s Walk around Uluru - 7 DAYS TO GO!

On Monday 5 October at dawn, Everald Compton will walk 11 kilometres around Uluru on his 95th birthday, with a very special goal:
Raise $100,000 for Dorcas ACTS.

Dorcas ACTS provides rapid, compassionate financial support to people facing crisis, with donations supporting people in need.

Everald invites you to join him in one of three ways:

Walk with Everald around Uluru - Register for the 11km walk and invite your friends, family and colleagues to financially sponsor you. Register here: spiritwalker.org.au/uluru-walk-details/

Make a Donation - Donate towards Everald’s $100,000 goal, every contribution helps. Donate here: spiritwalker.org.au/donations/

Join a local Walk in the Spirit - Can’t make it to Uluru? Join a local walk in your community. Find a local walk here: spiritwalker.org.au/local-walk/

Everald hopes this walk will be more than a fundraising event. He invites people to experience it as a personal spiritual experience that inspires us to serve humanity in our best possible way.

7 days. One incredible walk. One big goal.
Inspired to Care. Moved to Act.
Do it today.

spiritwalker.org.au

25/09/2026

We’re proud to announce Morgans Financial as the Major Sponsor of Walk in the Spirit 2026.

It’s wonderful to have Morgans supporting Everald’s Walk around Uluru and joining us in our goal to raise $100,000 for Dorcas ACTS.

On Monday 5 October, Everald will walk 11km around Uluru at dawn on his 95th birthday, walking for a cause close to his heart and helping raise funds to support people facing times of crisis.

We’re grateful to Morgans for getting behind this special event and helping us bring the Walk in the Spirit vision to life.

Donate today: spiritwalker.org.au/donations/

Morgans: morgans.com.au