July 16, 1989 - Celebrity-backed Fundraising Campaign

Sunil Gavaskar, the renowned cricketer, and Rishi Kapoor, the famous movie actor, graced Bhaktivedanta Manor with their presence, embarking on an impressive 11-mile charity walk. This endeavor aimed to shed light on the restrictions faced by residents in worshiping at the temple. A multitude of Hindus passionately joined this march, a sponsored charitable protest, to contribute towards fundraising efforts. Their united support sought to assist the temple in covering legal expenses for its fight to maintain its accessibility and operations.