Twinkle for Tots: A Walk of Light and Hope — Kiwanis Young Professionals UK’s Heartfelt Community Event

Every year, Kiwanis Young Professionals UK brings its passion for service and community together in a beautiful moment of solidarity, awareness, and support for families affected by premature birth. The Twinkle for Tots initiative is not just a fundraiser — it’s a community illuminated by hope.

What Is Twinkle for Tots?

Twinkle for Tots is an illuminated walk event organized by Kiwanis Young Professionals UK that shines a light — literally and figuratively — on Prematurity Awareness Month and the journeys of families with premature babies. It brings together people of all ages to remember, celebrate, and support these tiny warriors and the strength of the families who love them.

Rather than being a fundraiser based on gift-giving or collections, Twinkle for Tots is a community walk with glow sticks, lights, and sparkles where participants come together in public spaces across multiple UK cities. The glow-in-the-dark theme speaks to the light of hope that shines for every child and parent navigating the challenges of early arrival.

A Nationwide Event

In 2025, Twinkle for Tots took place simultaneously in major UK locations — including Barking Park in London, Booth Street Open Space in Birmingham, and Sale Water Park in Manchester — attracting families, volunteers, and supporters who walked together to show solidarity and awareness. AllEvents

These walks are free, family-friendly and open to all, inviting people to bring fairy lights, glow sticks, lanterns or simply their bright spirits to participate in a shared experience of compassion and community.

Why It Matters

Prematurity affects thousands of babies every year, and the impact on families is profound — emotionally, physically, and financially. Through Twinkle for Tots, Kiwanis Young Professionals UK helps put a spotlight on prematurity awareness, creating space for discussion, understanding, and community support.

While it’s called a “twinkle walk,” the initiative also encourages conversations around health, family wellbeing and the importance of community support systems for vulnerable families. It’s a reminder that no family should feel alone in their journey.

Community Spirit and Connection

Kiwanis Young Professionals UK is part of the wider global Kiwanis family — a volunteer service organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people. Locally, the club organizes projects and events that bring communities together around meaningful causes, including prematurity awareness through Twinkle for Tots.

Twinkle for Tots fits beautifully within that mission: a joyful, reflective event that enables individuals and families to show up, be seen, and support one another. In doing so, it strengthens community bonds and reinforces the idea that even the smallest lights can make the darkest paths feel brighter.