Category: Fundraising

StreetBeat perform on Lincoln’s High Street

Watch the flash mob here

Lincoln dance school ‘StreetBeat’ lead the way in promoting annual St Barnabas Hospice fundraiser

St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice and StreetBeat Dance and Fitness worked together to raise awareness of the 10k Moonlight Walk in a High Street flash mob on Saturday 8th April.

The flash mob performed outside St Benedict’s Church on Lincoln’s High Street at 2.30pm, where the all-female group dressed in pink emerged from the crowd, to perform in-front of unsuspecting shoppers. They danced to I’m a Lady by Meghan Trainor.

The event was organised by St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice to promote their upcoming Moonlight Walk taking place on Saturday 10th June in Lincoln. The walk will start at Yarbrough Leisure Centre on Riseholme Road and will take participants past the Cathedral and through the streets of Lincoln.

Hayley Evans, Co-owner of StreetBeat Dance and Fitness, said:

“St Barnabas Hospice is such a worthwhile charity and StreetBeat always enjoy having the opportunity to support them.

“The kids and adults were excited to perform to such an unsuspected audience, as well as showing off their love of dance.”

This is the tenth Moonlight Walk the charity has organised, and this year they are looking to raise in excess of £44,000.

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

“A huge thanks goes to StreetBeat for putting in so much time and energy into organising a flash mob to raise awareness of our charity and our event.

“The Moonlight Walk is not a sport; it is a unique walk that welcomes all Lincolnshire ladies to take part.

“It really will be the biggest night out in Lincoln, as hundreds of ladies gather together dressed in pink to raise vital funds for the hospice.”

Participants can register online at http://www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk/EventDetails/756/moonlight-walk-2017. Adults are charged at £12 and children aged 11 – 17 are charged at £7.

Money raised through the Moonlight Walk allows St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice to continue to provide care and support to people who are seriously ill and dying. The county-wide charity has two Inpatient units, eight Day Therapy centres and bereavement and welfare support.

Lincolnshire Showground is set to host what promises to be another sell-out event for St Barnabas Hospice

Following on from the December announcement that St Barnabas will once again be holding the popular 5k Colour Dash at the Lincolnshire Showground, places have been selling rapidly. This event is due to be held on Saturday 13th May.

Last year, participants were covered in environmentally friendly powder paint as they ran, walked and danced to raise over £120,000 for local hospice care.

The Colour Dash is a 5k route dotted with various coloured paint stations, ensuring participants get sprayed every kilometre. Entrants must be over 5 years old, and anyone under 16 must also be accompanied by a paying adult.

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

“After the huge success of the previous two Colour Dash events we have hosted, we are expecting another sell-out this year.

“Colour Dash is for all ages, and you don’t have to be a runner to take part! Whether you run, walk or dance 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 £15 for adults and £5 for children. An early bird family ticket is also available for only £35. These prices will be valid until 1st March 2017.

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

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

For more information contact Becky Otter on 01522 559516 or email becky.otter@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

The 2016 winning team, Concussion, with their trophies!

Wyndham Park is set to hold the yearly ‘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 we are back for more fun, laughs and slippery slopes. Come along and challenge team Concussion and have as much fun as we will.”

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 http://www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk/EventDetails/747/its-a-knockout-17-grantham

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

St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice puts out an appeal for unwanted Christmas presents at their annual coffee morning

St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice is inviting the local community of Gainsborough and Morton to their Bring a Gift coffee morning on Thursday 2nd February, from 10am – 12pm.

The coffee morning will be held at St Barnabas Hospice, George Henderson Lodge, Front Street in Morton. The George Henderson Lodge provides community hospice services to patients and their families living with the impacts of a life limiting illness.

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. Our February Coffee Morning has become better known as a Bring a Gift coffee morning where we see kind members of the public donating unopened Christmas gifts; which are very much appreciated and used to support future tombola’s and raffles in the area.”

Guests can also indulge in a slice of cake and a hot drink before trying their luck on the tombola.

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

Sue Cadman is pictured during her time as a Roly-Poly dancer (second from the right)

St Barnabas Hospice hosts annual Ladies Lunch with ex Les Dawson Roly-Poly dancer Sue Cadman

On Thursday 23rd March, from 11.30am, St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice will be hosting a Ladies Lunch at The Belton Park Golf Club, Londonthorpe Lane, Grantham.

The guest speaker is ex Roly-Poly dancer Sue Cadman who describes herself as being drummed out of Weightwatchers, banned from Slimming World and delivered by Pickford’s. She will also share her memories from life as a Roly-Poly dancer with the infamous comedian Les Dawson, on the Les Dawson TV show through the 70’s & 80’s.

Guests will also have the opportunity to shop crafts, handbags and jewellery from a selection of stalls that will be in attendance.

Janie McCormick, Community Events Fundraiser for St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice, said:

“This is one of our most popular and enjoyable fundraising events of the year. Ladies join us in the beautiful setting of Belton Park Golf club where they will enjoy a delicious lunch and this year’s speaker who promises to be very humorous and highly entertaining.”

The event will be held at The Belton Park Golf Club, Londonthorpe Rd, Grantham.

Refreshments will be available on arrival from 11.30am with lunch served at 12.30pm.

A bar and Raffle will be available. Tickets are £26 per person and include a three course lunch. Tables of 8, or larger, can be booked.

For further information visit www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk or contact Tina Dingley on tina.dingley@stbarnabashospice.co.uk or call 01476 591010.

St Barnabas Events Fundraiser, Laura Stones, collects trees for the charity’s Christmas tree recycling service

St Barnabas Hospice Christmas tree recycling service raises thousands to help fund end of life care in Lincolnshire

St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice’s Christmas tree recycling service was a great success with over 500 trees recycled and raised over £4,800.

The trees were collected on Saturday 7th January from Lincoln in LN1, LN2, LN3 and parts of LN4, LN5 and LN6 and then recycled with Continental Landscapes, TJS Tree Services and Taylors Tree Services.

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

“I am absolutely delighted by the amount of money raised and from the support of our local community who chose to have their trees recycled. This is the second year we have run this service and we have seen demand grow by 257%.

“A huge thank you must also go to our local business community who donated their time and vans to collect the trees on our behalf. Their support really was pivotal to the success of this service.”

The service was supported by Enterprise Rent-a-Car, Group Together, Lincoln Fight Factory Wrestling and Washingborough Scouts Group.

Laura said: “The money raised from this service will help the Hospice to continue caring for terminally ill people across Lincolnshire. We will be running this service next year and hope to raise even more money to support our care.”

St Barnabas Hospice appeals for donations of unwanted Christmas presents at their annual coffee morning

St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice are inviting the local community of East Lindsey to their Bring a Gift coffee morning on Thursday 26th January from 10am – 11.30am.

The coffee morning will be held at St Barnabas Hospice, Grimsby Road, Louth LN11 OSX. As the principal provider of end-of-life care across the locality, St Barnabas Hospice now provides day therapy four days every week from its locality base.

Amy Reeve, Community Fundraiser for St Barnabas Hospice, said:

“Our annual coffee morning is always lots of fun and poses a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together and also to generate lots of prizes for our forthcoming raffles and tombola’s.”

Guests can enjoy tea and cake before trying their luck on the raffle. There is free onsite parking.

For more information please contact Amy Reeve, Community Fundraiser on 07442504651 or email amy.reeve@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

Tracy Atkins during her trek in China

A hospice Health Care Support Worker has raised £7,000 after her and her sister walked the Great Wall of China.

Tracy Atkins, 51, and her sister Yvonne Ray, 55, both from Lincoln, headed to Beijing for the eight-day charity trek in September.

The pair walked up to eight hours each day in a variation of weather conditions from hot and humid to extended downpours of rain, which made the trek all the more difficult and tiring.

Tracy said: “The Great Wall of China trek was a fantastic life changing experience where we made many friends and had the opportunity to experience the Chinese culture and soak up the wonderful scenery.

“I was honoured to be able to raise the money for St Barnabas Hospice as I see first-hand how crucial our care and services are to the local community.”

The dedicated duo raised the £7,000 from a variety of fundraising events throughout the year including a horse racing night at Lincoln City football club, bingo nights, coffee mornings, afternoon teas and a raffle.

Tracy said: “I would like to express my sincere thanks to the many people, local companies and family and friends who contributed money and gifts to support us.

“I am lucky to have had the support of my colleagues who dug deep to support me in my fundraising endeavours.”

To sign up to the charity trek in 2017 go to: www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk/china17 or email Community Fundraiser, Harriet Hickin on harriet.hickin@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

Hospice staff, volunteers, local choirs, music groups and students will be raising funds for St Barnabas Hospice this Christmas

On Saturday 11th December, from 10.30am – 3pm, St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice will be hosting their annual Christmas Sing-along outside St Benedict’s Church on Lincoln’s High Street.

There will be musical performances throughout the day from the Lincoln Choral Society, Cabra Singers, Hykeham High Notes, Harmony Lincs, Lincoln Concert Orchestra and students from the University of Lincoln Choir.

The local independent charity will also host a stall in St Benedict’s Square where last minute stocking fillers can be purchased.

Robert Steadman, Conductor for the Isle of Axholme Orchestra, said:

“Last year I was involved with the University Orchestra who came to take part and had a good time playing carols and helping a great local charity. This year I’m pleased to be bringing along some musicians from a couple of other local orchestras to help out. Music might not be able to change the world, but it can do its best to help.”

The popular Christmas fundraiser will help to fund the exceptionally specialist care the charity offers to more than 9,000 terminally ill patients a year.

To sing at this year’s St Barnabas Christmas Sing-along contact Events Fundraiser Laura Stones on 01522 559515 or email laura.stones@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

Photograph courtesy of Stuart Wilde

Families from across Gainsborough will come together to remember their loved ones in annual hospice celebration

St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice are inviting the local community of Gainsborough to remember the life of someone special at their annual Light Up a Life celebration.

This unique celebration is a special time for families and friends to join together in remembering the people that they love, who are no longer with us. The event will feature touching readings, music and a time for quiet reflection, candles will also be lit in remembrance.

Caroline Swindin, Community Events Fundraiser for St Barnabas Hospice, said:

“Our Light up a Life celebration is a poignant time in our hospice calendar and unites people in our community who have experienced the loss of someone special and brings great comfort and support to all who attend.”

The Gainsborough Light up a Life event takes place at the United Reformed Church, Gladstone Street on Tuesday 6th December at 6.30pm, followed by an optional Lantern Walk at 7.15pm to the Tree of Life in the Market Square.

Caroline concludes “Light up a Life provides a truly touching way to remember our loved ones and what is wonderful is that this celebration is inclusive to everyone within our community, regardless of whether they have a connection to our hospice.”

“It is extremely humbling to be part of such a special event and stand shoulder to shoulder with members of our community. They are able to support one another and demonstrate real empathy.”

The Light up a Life celebration will last approximately 1 – 1.5 hours, is free to attend and open to everyone, regardless of faith. There is no need to book in advance.

Warming refreshments will also be served in the church and lanterns can be purchased for £3.50.

If you would like to dedicate a light for a loved one on the Tree of Life, or would like more information please contact Caroline Swindin, Community Events Fundraiser on 07435 970309 or go to www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk