Kind-hearted heroes across Northamptonshire have helped raise thousands of pounds for end of life care as the county went green for Cransley.
Hundreds of people, groups and companies countywide fundraised for Cransley Hospice Trust’s Go Green initiative to support families whose loved ones with life-limiting illnesses require specialist care in their hour of need.
The county’s charity champions responded to the call to go green for the colourful campaign to help fund the services provided at Cransley Hospice and within the patient’s home, as well as supporting other local linked services.
As big-hearted businesses hosted their own green themed fundraisers, there were multiple fun-filled events staged to help boost funds including collections at Tesco Extra stores and Rushden Lakes hosted the Cransley Hospice Trust Community Fair, which raised £2,000.
Whether staging fundraisers or making donations, there was widespread support from companies and clubs including AFC Rushden and Diamonds F.C. who donated £1,000. Booker Group in Wellingborough raised more than £1,200, QRO Solutions added to the generous gestures with its £500 donation and Scott Bader donated £500 for the second year running.
Jenine Rees, head of fundraising and marketing at Cransley Hospice Trust, said: “We want to say a huge thank you to everyone who supported this year’s Go Green campaign, they make all the difference.
“We couldn’t raise the money we do without the kindness, generosity and courage of our incredible fundraising community. Their efforts are helping us raise vital funds for end of life care and support patients and their families when they need it most.
“Whether it was through a green bake sale, an open garden, jumping out of an aeroplane, running or walking, they are all helping to make a difference to patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families in North Northamptonshire. They help to make their precious moments better.”
As companies continue to stage green themed events it is hoped this year’s campaign will hit the target of £15,000.
