Category: Fundraising

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

Photo courtesy of Instinctive Photography

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

Wyndham Park is set to hold the second annual ‘It’s a Knockout’ fundraiser hosted by St Barnabas Hospice

Now in its second year, ‘It’s a Knockout’ is due to be bigger and better than ever, with teams of 10 taking on the inflatable challenge at Wyndham Park on 4th June 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, there will be various stalls and a BBQ available alongside the big event.

Tina Dingley, Corporate Fundraiser for St Barnabas Hospice, said:

“Why not bring colleagues together to take part in an unforgettable activity that’s fun, competitive and completely unique. A brilliant way of getting everyone together for the ultimate team building experience.”

The event is a great idea for local businesses to get involved in and promote staff morale. Alternatively, you could gather together a group of friends, or even enter your club or society.

Registration is only £10 per person, with each individual being asked to raise a minimum of £60. Spectators can visit free of charge.

As well as watching the giant inflatable games there will be fun activities available for all the family plus food and craft stands.

Melissa Pigott, from the winning team in 2016, said:

“Last year myself and a group of friends saw an advert for ‘It’s a Knockout’ and decided not only would it be a great way to raise some money for a brilliant charity, but it could be a lot of fun too.

“We were right, we had such a brilliant day and had the best laugh ever, and to top it all our team ‘Concussion’ were named the winners – it was the best feeling!”

This year, St Barnabas Hospice have decided to include a ‘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.

St Barnabas is also accepting stalls on the day, which are priced at £100 for a food stall, or £20 for a craft stall. This will pay for a 5m x 5m plot. All equipment will be provided by the stall holder, including tables, chairs and electric.

To register, go to www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk/Gknockout17

For further information contact Tina Dingley on 01476 513542 or email tina.dingley@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

The family will walk in loving memory of Graham Taylor

A local family have signed up to the St Barnabas Moonlight Walk, which takes place on the anniversary weekend of their dad’s death

Women from across Lincoln have been signing up in their hundreds for St Barnabas Hospice’s Moonlight Walk, which is set to take place on Saturday 10th June at Yarborough Leisure Centre.

One family explain why they are walking in memory of their dad, Graham Taylor, to raise funds for the charity that cared for him in his final days.

Judy Kent, 54, from Bicester, 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.”

After Graham died, his family vowed that they would always spend the anniversary of his death together and that they would celebrate the kind and generous man they had lost.

His daughter, Nicola Thomas, 46, from Ruskington, said:

“When we saw the Moonlight Walk was taking place on the anniversary of dad’s death we knew that we had to sign up. This is the perfect opportunity for us to honour Dad and to be able to give something back to such an important charity, to ensure they can be there for more families in the future.”

The Moonlight Walk is a flagship event for St Barnabas, and features a 10K route around Lincoln. Participants will warm-up at Yarborough Leisure Centre before heading out to the streets of Lincoln and past the Cathedral.

Judy said: “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.”

Registration for the Moonlight Walk, which starts at Yarborough Leisure Centre, Riseholme Road, Lincoln, is £12 for adults and £7 for children (11 – 15).

Adult participants are asked to raise minimum sponsorship of £20.17 and children are asked to raise as much as they can.

Participants can register online.

For more information contact Events Fundraiser, Laura Stones on 01522 559 515 or email laura.stones@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

From left to right: Jill’s mum, Judith, Jill’s husband, Mark, Jill and her father is pictured centrally.

A Devonshire woman has made plans to travel to Lincoln this May to participate in the St Barnabas Hospice Colour Dash in memory of her dad

Following a big surge in sign-ups to this year’s Colour Dash, St Barnabas has seen people register from across the country. Jill Wilkinson, 56, from Devon has decided to share her reasons why she will be making the 260-mile trip up North to take part.

Jill said:

“The nurses at St Barnabas were absolutely fantastic in the way they cared for Dad. They got to know him and my mum well, and were very warm and loving.

“The stand-out to me was that my dad was able to make all his own decisions thanks to the Hospice, and he kept his humour to the end.

“I’m really looking forward to sharing Dad’s memory with others, and talking to people who have been through the same thing. I’m taking part together with a group of friends, and we hope to raise over £500 for the Hospice.”

The Colour Dash is a 5k route dotted with various coloured paint stations, ensuring participants get sprayed with environmentally friendly powder at every kilometre. Participants can run, walk or dance the route to raise money to get fit or in honour of a loved one.

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

“It’s lovely to hear all the reasons why people want to participate in events such as the Colour Dash, and some of the stories are so moving.

“I feel proud that we are able to put on an event which people come from all over the country to take part in, and it is obviously a great outlet to help people remember their loved ones.”

To book a place at the Colour Dash, it will cost only £20 for adults, £10 for children and £50 for a family ticket. There is also the opportunity to book a stall at £100 for the event.

Included in the registration fee is a fundraising pack, neon sunglasses, a bottle of water, a poncho and a commemorative medal.

To register, go to www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk/cd17

St Barnabas Hospice will be hosting a Hospice Fair & Plant Sale on Sunday 21st May, from 10am to 1pm at the Day Therapy Centre, Hawthorn Road, Lincoln, LN2 4QX.

Throughout the morning, people will be able to purchase a wide range of plants for their gardens, as well as browsing local craft stalls.

Becky Otter, Events Manager for St Barnabas Hospice said:

“We are delighted to welcome members of the public to our annual Hospice Fair & Plant Sale, and I’m sure people will enjoy visiting the beautiful garden at our Day Therapy Centre.

“The event wouldn’t be possible without the support of local people and garden centres donating plants to support the event.

“Since our plant sales began in 2001, they have raised an impressive £45,808 for St Barnabas Hospice.”

St Barnabas would appreciate any plant donations for this event, so please get in contact if you would like to help. You can also apply to host a stall on the day, which will cost £10.

For further information or to make a donation please contact Becky Otter on 01522 559 516 or email becky.otter@stbarnabashospice.co.uk or go to www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk

Guests can enjoy a three-course meal with friends and listen to talks from inspirational women

On Tuesday 25th April, from 11am, St Barnabas Hospice will be hosting a Ladies Lunch at the Bentley Hotel in South Hykeham, Lincoln. Guests can enjoy a three course meal, followed by tea and coffee.

Jennie Storr will present her new talk, ‘Pummelled and Pampered,’ a truly lovely day spent in the company of her daughter Sarah and all that goes with a trip to the health spa.

The main speaker will be Gay Rhodes, who is a firm favourite on the speaker’s circuit. Her notably popular talk, ‘That Certain Age,’ presents an irreverent and light-hearted look at growing older.

Laura Stones, Event Fundraiser at St Barnabas Hospice, said:

“Our Ladies Lunch is a great way for women to enjoy each other’s company, delicious food and excellent guest speakers. The Bentley Hotel is easily accessible on the Lincoln bypass, and is sure to provide our guests with a warm and friendly welcome.

“What’s more, every penny raised from this event will help us continue to care for patients and their families throughout our community.”

Tickets are £32 per person and can be purchased from www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk

For further information, call Laura Stones on 01522 559 515 or email laura.stones@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

Louth based band, Hooks, are hosting a charity gig in support of St Barnabas Hospice, alongside special guests

Hooks will be hosting their charity gig on Sunday 30th April at 8pm, at Cobbles Bar, 2 New Street, Louth, LN11 9PU. They hope to raise some much needed money for local hospice, St Barnabas, and will be performing alongside Jasmine Lingard and Striped Sight.

As well as live music, there will also be a raffle and bar, and entry is free to all.

Amy Bailey, Community Events Fundraiser for St Barnabas Hospice, said:

“We are delighted that these local artists are doing their bit to help raise money for St Barnabas. We are reliant on the financial support our community provides, so that we can be there for more patients, their families and carers, every day of the year

“It is set to be a really enjoyable evening in Louth, and the acoustic music being performed can be enjoyed by people of all ages.”

Ellie, singer in Hooks, said:

“I am raising money for St Barnabas because it’s a well-known hospice and helps so many people, as well as their loved ones, when going through such a hard time in their life. Their vision and mission is truly heart-warming.

“St Barnabas is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year and I want to encourage and support this charity for the next 35 years and beyond.”

For further information or to make a donation please contact Amy Bailey on 07442 504 651 or email amy.bailey@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

St Barnabas Hospice is well underway with plans for their annual Colour Dash at the Lincolnshire Showground after a flurry of sign-ups

In response to the launch of this year’s Colour Dash, St Barnabas Hospice has seen an excellent response in sign-ups, and is hopeful it will be a record breaking year.

The popular 5k Colour Dash will once again be held at the Lincolnshire Showground on Saturday 13th May, and is open to anyone aged 5 and over (under 16s to be accompanied by a paying adult).

The Colour Dash is a 5k route dotted with various coloured paint stations, ensuring participants get sprayed with environmentally friendly powder at every kilometre. Participants can run, walk or dance the route to raise money to get fit or in honour of a loved one.

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

“Colour Dash is for all ages and abilities, and you certainly don’t need to be an athlete to take part. Many participants choose to take part in memory of a loved one, and it is lovely to see so many people coming together and celebrating the lives of those they love.

“It’s a great way to give something back to St Barnabas whilst having fun at the same time.”

To book a place at the Colour Dash, it will cost only £20 for adults, £10 for children and £50 for a family ticket. There is also the opportunity to book a stall at £100 for the event.

Included in the registration fee is a fundraising pack, neon sunglasses, a bottle of water, a poncho and a commemorative medal.

Participant, Mrs Chapman (aged 31 from Grantham), said:

“I decided to take part in the Colour Dash as we lost my father-in-law to cancer in March 2015. He received fantastic care at St Barnabas Hospice when he was near the end, and it really helped him and the family having the amazing staff helping to take care of him in his final days.

“I think my father-in-law would be proud of us running in his memory, and hopefully he’s smiling down on us.”

Natalie Morley (aged 33 from Boston), also participating this year, added:

“My son (aged 14) and I are using the Colour Dash to keep Grandad’s memory alive.

“I hope that Grandad would be proud of us for doing this, as not only do we take part to raise money, we also enjoy celebrating Grandad and everything he was to us all. There is not a day that goes by where I don’t think of him, but when we’re running it’s fun and we have nothing but smiles for him.”

Sponsoring this year’s event are Western Power Distribution, Running Imp, Lincolnshire Co-op, Your Print Partner and Bailgate Independent. St Barnabas has once again called on the help of Total Fitness Lincoln to lead a fun warm up before the event.

To register, go to www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk/cd17