Nationwide Building Society - London & South East Social Investment
Bhavisha Vadgama is raising money for Richard House Trust
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Richard House Children's Hospice serves the heart of east London. We deliver specialist care for babies, children and young adults, while supporting their families through counselling, therapy, bereavement support and more. With a focus on living for today and creating positive memories for tomorrow, we also offer a range of activities for all the family to enjoy. Our services are completely free of charge and as a local charity over 70% of our funding is charitable - from the generosity of local people, companies and groups.
This is what Richard House have to say :
“The last few months haven't been easy for Richard House. The global pandemic forced the team to make decisions we never imagined we would face – decisions that impact the lives of hundreds of sick children and their families. But during this all we have been able to still be here for these families, offering them support and assistance. We foresee an unprecedented drop in income over the next 6-12 months as a result of the cancellation of fundraising events, activities and the closure of our six charity shops.
Out of 191 events in 2020, 67% (121) have either been cancelled or postponed. These include our 20th Birthday Thames Cruise and Summer Fair, Prudential Ride London, Royal Parks Half, Orbit Abseil,
Hackney Half and all 8 Action Challenge extreme events. The loss of income from these events alone, is in excess of £150,000. Despite all the incredible work we have achieved so far, Richard House still faces an uncertain future where we may need to cut services and we may even need to close our doors for good . This would be devastating for our families at a time when they need us most.
It's only thanks to our loyal supporters, can we stop this uncertain future. We're hoping momentum from our community continues in order for us to remain giving care throughout this crisis.”
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Your donations can help bring smiles to those who need it the most! make a difference, play your part to support these smaller charities who do an incredible job for our society.
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Please help in any way you can to raise funds for Richard House and empower them to continue offering the great services they have been. Help to make a difference, help to bring smiles!
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Remember to Gift Aid!!
This allows UK charities to claim back the basic rate tax already paid on donations by the donor. This means they can claim back from the government on your behalf 25p for every £1 donated, boosting the value of the donation by a quarter!!!
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One Hundred years from now, it will not matter what my bank account was, the sort of house I lived in or the car I drove...But the world may be a better place because I made a difference in the life of a child.
~ Forest E. Whitcraft
History will judge us by the difference we make in the everyday lives of
Children.
The organisers for this fund raising activity are: Bhavisha Vadgama, Danny Giles, Kuldev Sehra, Lee McLellan, Stuart Elliott, Mark Judges, Charlene Woodward, Taryn Benham, Harinderpal Grewal, Jack Desborough and Jacquelyn Power with the support from Diane Phillips, Nigel Waters, Matthew McKenna and Natalie Bethune.