Category: Fundraising

Chief Executives from St Barnabas Hospice and LACE Housing have teamed up to walk 33 miles in a day for charity

On Friday 28th July, St Barnabas Chief Executive, Chris Wheway, and LACE Housing Chief Continue reading “Local charity leaders team up for sponsored walk in aid of St Barnabas Hospice” →

St Barnabas Hospice is holding this year’s It’s A Knockout at Washingborough Playing Fields, and inviting locals to come and enjoy the day

Now in its seventh year, ‘It’s a Knockout’ promises to be the biggest one yet, with teams of 10 taking on the inflatable challenge at Washingborough Playing Fields on 16th July 2017.

The ‘It’s a Knockout’ event is inspired by the famous TV game show, and features wacky challenges, giant inflatables and various water pools.

Starting at 12pm, spectators can visit various stalls, water zorbing, a bouncy castle, giant inflatable slides, face painting and a BBQ alongside the big event! Eskimoo and Daisy Made Ice Cream will be available on the day, as well as a special appearance from Princess Belle from Beauty and the Beast.

Both entry and parking are free for all spectators, but car sharing is suggested due to limited parking spaces. There are 18 teams taking part in the main event, which will be split into two games.

There are several local businesses entering a team this year, including Cooke & Mason, Hodgkinson’s Solicitors, Siemens, Starglaze Windows, Lincoln Waterside Centre, Lincoln Baby Business, and Redrock Partnership Ltd. As well as this, St Barnabas is entering their very own team, with CEO, Chris Wheway, as Captain!

Laura Stones, Events Fundraiser for St Barnabas Hospice, said:

“We have a whole host of teams lined up, ready to entertain you. It will certainly be as much fun to watch as it will be for the people taking part!

“Thanks to all the local businesses who are getting involved, there will be loads for spectators to do, and it will definitely be a fun-filled family day out.”

“We hope to raise in excess of £15,000 from the day!”

St Barnabas Hospice have decided to bring back the popular ‘Children’s Challenge’ after the main event. Children will be able to compete on the giant inflatables on the day for only £5. There is no need to register in advance for this – just turn up on the day.

For more information, go to http://www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk/ or contact Laura Stones on 01522 559515 or email laura.stones@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

Dan Hadfield

Dan Hadfield is set to support St Barnabas Hospice by performing his world class Gary Barlow set list

Lincoln, 26th June 2017 – On Saturday 11th November, from 7pm, the World’s Number One Gary Barlow tribute act – Dan Hadfield – will be performing at Gainsborough Golf Club to raise money for St Barnabas Hospice.

Guests can enjoy a delicious one course meal before Dan takes to the stage at 8:45pm, and will then be able to spend the rest of the night at the disco, which runs until midnight.

Dan has performed with Gary himself, and tours all over the world with his solo show. He has also appeared on the Xtra Factor with Gary, and has even been voted Britain’s Best Lookalike.

His uncanny resemblance in looks, mannerisms and vocal performances has left audiences stunned by his likeness to Gary himself.

Dan Hadfield said:

“I’m very happy to be supporting St Barnabas Hospice. What St Barnabas does for patients and their families is outstanding, and their support is absolutely crucial.

“As a Lincolnshire lad, I’m pleased to be involved in what will be an amazing night, and I hope you see you all there to help raise as much money as possible.”

Tickets are currently available on an exclusive early bird offer, and can be purchased for £25 each until 28th July when the price will rise to £30 per person.

Laura Stones, Events Fundraiser for St Barnabas, said:

“Dan came last year to do a similar gig in support of St Barnabas, and it was a complete sell out! We’re hoping for the same outcome this year.

“Last year, we raised £3,000 from the Dan Hadfield gig, so we’re hoping to exceed this in November.

“The guests will all have an amazing night, as Dan knows exactly how to work the audience and is a true professional.”

To find out more about this event, go to www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk/gary17 or contact Laura Stones on 01522 559 515 or at laura.stones@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

People enjoying the Bubble Rush!

A bubbly new race has been announced for South Lincolnshire this summer

Lincoln, 16th May 2017 – St Barnabas Hospice is urging families to sign up for a sponsored 5K Bubble Rush in Lincolnshire this September.

The Bubble Rush takes place on Saturday 30th September at Stoke Rochford Hall in Grantham. The 5k route will be lined with high-powered foam cannons which can blow out 30 cubic metres of bright foamy bubbles at every kilometre.

Amelia Mochan, Events Fundraiser for St Barnabas Hospice, said:

“We are really excited to be bringing this bubbly new event to the Grantham area and think this will be something that the local community can really get behind and enjoy.

“There are no age restrictions and don’t worry if you’re not an avid runner, you can run, skip, walk or even swim through the 4ft sea of bubbles! The route is child friendly and all we ask is that you pass the finish line frothy and smiling!”

Participants can enjoy the Bubble Village which will host a fun warm up, live entertainment, children’s activities and food stalls. There will also be an opportunity to brighten up your outfit with Bubble Rush accessorise. Spectators can also come along for a day out and enjoy what the event has to offer.

Amelia said: “Events like the Bubble Rush are integral to raising the money needed to continue caring for thousands of families across Lincolnshire who are living with a life-limiting or terminal illness.

“By signing up to the Bubble Rush you will be helping to support thousands of families who desperately need your help.”

To take part, a paying adult must accompany participants under the age of 16. Early bird adult tickets are £20, early bird children tickets (five – 15 years) are £10 or a family ticket can be purchased for £50. Children under five can take part for free. Early bird prices end on Monday 31st July.

The registration fee includes a T-shirt, a bottle of water and a medal.

Register online at: www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk/bubblerush2017

We are looking for a limited number of companies to sponsor this fantastic event. If you’d like to become one of our exclusive corporate sponsors, please get in touch for more details.

For more information contact Amelia Mochan on 01522 540 300 or email amelia.mochan@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

A total of 600 women took to the streets of Lincoln city on Saturday night to raise money for St Barnabas Hospice

More than £40,000 was raised when 600 women took to the streets of Lincoln dressed in pink and light-up accessories for St Barnabas Hospice’s 10th annual Moonlight Walk.

The annual fundraiser saw the walkers depart from Yarborough Leisure Centre at 10pm after an energising warm-up to some girl power favourites.

Many of the women had a personal connection to St Barnabas and were walking in memory of their loved ones.

Vanessa Rushby, 47, from Lincoln, walked in loving memory of her mum, who was cared for by the Hospice in her final days.

Vanessa said: “It is a real honour to be able to raise money in my mum’s memory, she was always such a lovely and bubbly character and I am sure she would have loved an event like Moonlight Walk.

“The care Mum received at St Barnabas was simply amazing, I can’t fault it. The love and care we experienced is something that I will always cherish, they really took the time to look after the whole family.”

Judy Kent, 54, from Bicester, walked on the sixth anniversary of her dad’s death after he was looked after at St Barnabas Hospice’s Inpatient Unit on Nettleham Road.

Judy said: “Our dad died at St Barnabas Hospice on 10th June 2011 after being diagnosed with oesophageal cancer the previous year. We were all there by dad’s side for a week and the wonderful nurses supported us every day.

“It was Dad’s wish to die in St Barnabas with his girls around him and because of St Barnabas his final wish was fulfilled. I still remember now how the nurses lit a candle when he died, such a simple thing to do but something that was very poignant and calming.

“The care Dad received at St Barnabas was simply wonderful and he was always treated with dignity and respect. The nurses do such an incredible job and look after the whole family.

“I speak from the heart when I say that St Barnabas Hospice is a wonderful place and everyone who works there is a true credit to the charity.”

Laura Stones, Event Fundraiser for St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice, said:

“We would like to say a huge heartfelt thank you to everyone that walked through the night to raise money for St Barnabas.

“We hope that everyone enjoyed the evening and gone to bed knowing what a huge difference they have made to the lives of hundreds of families across Lincolnshire.”

St Barnabas Hospice is a local independent charity and every year support more than 9,000 people across Lincolnshire with a life-limiting or terminal illness. They deliver free, high-quality, compassionate end-of-life care and support to patients, their families and carers.

The hospice has to raise over £5.5 million every year to run and 73p of every £1 received goes towards patient care.

Stoke Rochford Hall is set to host what promises to be another sell-out event for St Barnabas Hospice

Since the June launch of the all new Bubble Rush in Grantham, places have been selling rapidly. This event is due to be held on Saturday 30th September.

The Bubble Rush is an un-timed 5k fun run with four bubble stations at every kilometre. High-powered foam cannons will blow out 30 cubic metres of bright foamy bubbles to cover you from head to toe! All ages are welcome, but under 16’s must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Amelia Mochan, Events Fundraiser for St Barnabas Hospice, said:

“The Bubble Rush is for all ages, and you don’t have to be a runner to take part! Whether you run, walk or skip your way round, you should feel proud that you are doing it for such a good cause.”

With registration for the event in full swing, there is less than a month to book an early bird space – costing only £20 for adults and £10 for children. An early bird family ticket is also available for only £50. These prices will be valid until 31st July 2017.

Included in the registration fee is a fundraising pack, a Bubble Rush t-shirt, a bottle of water, and a commemorative medal.

St Barnabas has called on the help of Anytime Fitness to lead a fun warm up before the event and to support participants with a Desk to 5k plan.

The Hospice is also on the lookout for local businesses to provide entertainment or put up trade stalls on the day. Stalls cost £30, and can be booked on the event page.

To register for the Bubble Rush, or to book a stall, go to https://www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk/EventDetails/784/bubble-rush-grantham

For more information contact Amelia Mochan on 01522 540 300 or email amelia.mochan@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

Go Yellow fundraisers

St Barnabas Hospice will be going yellow for the entire month of June this year, in order to raise some much needed money for end of life care.

Go Yellow is fun and easy to get involved– just pick any day in June and do something yellow as a way of showing your support for hospice care. You could organise a yellow non-uniform/dress down day, have a yellow party, or even bathe in custard!

St Barnabas will be selling yellow wristbands for £1, which can be purchased at any of their shops or hospice buildings. They are appealing for local companies to get involved in any way they can. Businesses can host yellow fundraising events, or just help by selling the yellow wristbands.

Adrian Oke, Fundraising Development Manager, said:

“Go Yellow is a brilliant way for everyone in our Lincolnshire community to get involved in fundraising. Here is your opportunity to enhance our big, bright and bold county with a sunny yellow glow. It’s time to get creative!

“We’d love to see as many people as possible in Lincolnshire getting involved with this, so please visit our website for some great ideas and resources to help!”

Make sure you turn your social media pages yellow too by uploading your #yelfie (yellow selfie) and tagging St Barnabas. You can also donate by texting GOYL17 and an amount to 70070.

For further information please contact the Community Fundraisers by emailing community@stbarnabashospice.co.uk or go online to www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk

St Barnabas Hospice returns with their popular coffee morning on Thursday 8th June, from 10am – 12 noon, at their Gainsborough site on Front Street Morton.

St Barnabas, the principal provider of end-of-life care across Gainsborough, provides day therapy weekly from its locality base at the hospice. It also the headquarters for their community nursing team who provide care in the home 365 days a year.

Caroline Swindin, Corporate Fundraiser for St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice, said:

“It is always lovely to see the hospice bustling with lots of visitors and everyone is very welcome. We will have our popular cake and homemade produce stall, tombola, St Barnabas giftware as well as an assortment of plants.”

Guests can indulge in a slice of cake and a hot drink whilst relaxing in the gardens before browsing stalls and trying their luck on the tombola.

The month of June sees St Barnabas `Go Yellow’ with the local community encouraged to do something yellow and help support local families across the region.

Caroline said:

“Go Yellow is a really easy way for the local community to get involved and do something amazing for local families. So why not show your support for hospice care and join us at our Coffee Morning wearing something Yellow?”

For more information please contact Caroline Swindin, Corporate Fundraiser on 07435 970309 or e-mail caroline.swindin@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

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Local independent charity gets a boost of £150,000 after 3,000 people turn out for annual fun run

A total of 3,000 people have pledged more than £150,000 to St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice after taking part in the Colour Dash which saw participants showered in colour along the 5k route.

The independent charity teamed up with local events supplier, Running Imp, to host the fundraiser on Saturday 13th May at the Lincolnshire Showground.

Becky Otter, Event Manager for St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice, said:

“The amount of money that has been raised from this event is absolutely fantastic and I would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who took part or who pledged their support. It was brilliant to see families enjoying a fun day, while raising money for hospice care across Lincolnshire.”

The Colour Dash saw participants as young as five hit with environmentally friendly powdered paint as they ran the five-kilometre course.

Becky said: “We met people who were taking part for all sorts of reasons. Many were there to remember and honour someone special whilst others came along to soak up the atmosphere.”

The event saw support from the local business community with Western Power Distribution, named as the headline sponsor.

Becky concludes: “The money raised from this event will directly impact the care and services we provide. Last year we supported more than 9,000 people across the county and this year we hope to care for even more.”

St Barnabas Hospice will be hosting their annual Cream Tea and Plant Sale on Sunday 21st May, from 1:30pm – 4pm at their Gainsborough Hospice, George Henderson Lodge, Front Street in Morton.

A wide variety of quality plants are on sale including summer bedding plants, perennials and house plants. There will also be a selection of stalls selling local homemade merchandise along with books and activities.

Caroline Swindin, Corporate Fundraiser for St Barnabas Hospice said:

“Last year this popular event raised over £1000 for hospice care in the West Lindsey area. This year we are hoping to attract more visitors and raise an even greater amount for our hospice.

“Our much loved Plant Sale is a wonderful relaxing day out and also an excellent opportunity for those in the community to see their fantastic local Hospice facility. We are also looking for donations of cakes, plants and home grown produce.

For further information or to make a donation please contact Caroline Swindin on 07435 970 309 or email caroline.swindin@stbarnabashospice.co.uk or go to www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk