The Mizen Foundation

Empowering young people to be the champions of change through Jimmy Mizen’s legacy of forgiveness, peace, and hope. #JimmyMizen

[The Mizen Foundation @mizenfoundation]

I remember this day 34 years ago as if it were yesterday, the day our darling Jimmy was born. From the moment he came into this world, he brought nothing but joy, not only to our family but to all his friends too.
He was filled with love, and everything he did, he did with that amazing smile.

Over the past few days, I’ve been watching old videos of Jimmy. I thought they would make me cry, but instead they mostly made me smile... although there were a little tear or two as well.

As much as I remember his birthday, I also vividly remember the day he died, and I cannot believe it has been 18 years tomorrow. Somehow, it feels like I have lost some of those years.

Barry and I are always so grateful for all the love and support we receive. It truly makes such a difference to us and our family.

We will always continue to spread Jimmy’s legacy of forgiveness, peace and hope, because every young person is precious, just like Jimmy was.

Much love,
Margaret x

[The Catholic Union of Great Britain @CatholicUnionGB]

So well deserved @mizenfoundation @margaretmizen @RC_Southwark
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[The Catholic Union of Great Britain @CatholicUnionGB]

Huge congratulations to winner & runner up in Catholic Young Artist Award @margaretmizen @mizenfoundation
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[The Mizen Foundation @mizenfoundation]

We are absolutely delighted to share that Walking For Jimmy 2026 has now raised an incredible £27,169.

To every person who walked, donated, volunteered, sponsored, shared a post, cheered from the sidelines or supported us in any way, thank you.

This year’s walk brought together more than 200 people across three start lines, all walking with a shared purpose. It was a day full of laughter, friendship, reflection and hope. From the first steps in Richmond to the final at Tower Bridge, the atmosphere was something truly special.

Most importantly, every pound raised will help us continue empowering young people to become champions of change in their communities.

Here are just a few of our favourite moments from a day we will never forget. 💛

#WalkingForJimmy #MizenFoundation #JimmyMizen #ForJimmy

[The Mizen Foundation @mizenfoundation]

💛 A huge thank you to our official sponsors for Walking For Jimmy 2026, BCS.

Their support helped make this year’s walk possible and played a huge part in creating such a special day for everyone involved.

We are incredibly grateful to Colin, Jodie and the whole team at BCS for believing in our work and standing alongside us as we continue to empower young people to be champions of change in their communities.

Thank you also to everyone from BCS who joined us on the day. Your support, enthusiasm and encouragement meant so much to us.

Thank you for being part of Walking For Jimmy 2026.

#WalkingForJimmy #MizenFoundation #JimmyMizen #ForJimmy #BCS

[The Mizen Foundation @mizenfoundation]

A huge thank you to Paul and everyone at Jones Bros for donating all of the fruit for this year’s Walking For Jimmy. 🍎

From start to finish, the fruit stations kept our walkers fuelled, and Paul was with us for the whole day, giving out the fruit at every checkpoint. In the months leading up to the walk, he also supported the event in so many ways behind the scenes.

Your kindness, generosity and energy meant so much to us all.

Thank you for being part of Walking For Jimmy 2026. 💛

#WalkingForJimmy #MizenFoundation #JimmyMizen #ForJimmy

📸 Peta Nash

[The Mizen Foundation @mizenfoundation]

These faces are why we walk. 💛

We loved seeing so many young people take part in Walking For Jimmy.

#WalkingForJimmy #MizenFoundation #JimmyMizen #ForJimmy

[The Mizen Foundation @mizenfoundation]

From our very first Walking For Jimmy back in 2013, Charlie has been there every step of the way. 💛

Over the years he has crossed an incredible 224 bridges and walked more than 250 miles across London, showing up each year with energy, commitment, and a huge heart for The Mizen Foundation.

The Barthrams have been huge supporters of us over the past 18 years, including Terry, who sadly died in 2018. Terry took part in every Walking For Jimmy right up until the year he died, and since then Charlie has continued to walk in memory of Jimmy, and also proudly in memory of his Dad, Terry.

We were also so pleased to have Carol, Nick and their close friends walking again this year as we marked our final walk before taking a break.

Families like the Barthrams are such a huge part of what Walking For Jimmy has become, and also at the beating heart of The Mizen Foundation. We’re incredibly grateful for all the love, friendship and support they have shown over the years, and continue to show. 💛

#WalkingForJimmy #MizenFoundation

[The Mizen Foundation @mizenfoundation]

What a day 💛

A few moments from yesterday’s Walking For Jimmy.

#WalkingForJimmy #MizenFoundation #JimmyMizen #ForJimmy

📸 Peta Nash

[Margaret Mizen MBE @margaretmizen]

Good luck to all our walkers today and thank you from the bottom of my heart ❤️ 200 wonderful people in yellow T-shirts walking over the bridges of London remembering with love our Jimmy and their own lost loved ones. Special thank you to all the volunteers we couldn’t do it without you.@mizenfoundation
#WalkingForJimmy today there will be lots of laughter, tears blisters and fun
See you all at Southbank

[The Mizen Foundation @mizenfoundation]

Last chance to register for Walking For Jimmy.

Registration closes tomorrow at 12pm.

If you’ve been thinking about it, now is the time to sign up and take part. Once registration closes, we won’t be able to add anyone else.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this final walk.

#WalkingForJimmy #MizenFoundation #JimmyMizen #ForJimmy

[All Saints Catholic School @allsaintscsch]

Well done to YR9 who staged a talent show at lunchtime today for charity! A fantastic array of spirit filled, talented young people! @mizenfoundation @margaretmizen @BrentwoodRC

[All Saints Catholic School @allsaintscsch]

The YR9 tuck shop in action again today! We can’t wait to celebrate the total raised this week for the The @mizenfoundation @BrentwoodRC

[The Mizen Foundation @mizenfoundation]

The boy who Sparkled. Remembering Jimmy. 18 years on

#MizenFoundation #JimmyMizen #ForJimmy

[The Mizen Foundation @mizenfoundation]

Yesterday, ITV News visited St Margaret Clitherow School in Thamesmead with Margaret and Barry during the anniversary week of Jimmy’s death.

18 years on, they continue to visit schools across the country, sharing Jimmy’s story and encouraging young people to choose forgiveness, peace and hope.

#MizenFoundation #JimmyMizen #ForJimmy

[The Mizen Foundation @mizenfoundation]

A massive good luck to Seb as he takes on the London Marathon tomorrow for The Mizen Foundation!

We’ll all be cheering you on every step of the way.
Go smash it, Seb! 🏃‍♂️

#LondonMarathon #MizenFoundation #JimmyMizen #ForJimmy

[The Mizen Foundation @mizenfoundation]

@taja_sevelle Thank you for all your support Taja ❤️

[The Mizen Foundation @mizenfoundation]

One final walk.
Walking For Jimmy returns.
Saturday 23 May 2026. Register now.

#WalkingForJimmy #MizenFoundation #JimmyMizen

[STACS Chaplaincy 🧡 @STACSChaplaincy]

We are blessed to have @margaretmizen and Barry leading our Year 8 retreat. Their beautiful son Jimmy was murdered in a bakery. They are here to spread the message of forgiveness, peace and hope @mizenfoundation @STACSBirmingham

[The Catholic Union of Great Britain @CatholicUnionGB]

Looking forward to pub talk with @mizenfoundation this evening.