Make supporting the Acorns Hospice your New Years resolution this year

Acorns Children's Hospice has said to 'start the year by doing something amazing' by supporting their vital mission to provide care for local children with life-limiting conditions. 

The hospice has said that there are many opportunities for supporters to get involved with life-changing services, from volunteering to fundraising, or even just simply donating. 

As we enter the New Year, the charity group has said that it is the perfect time to make giving back and supporting charities your resolution for 2025. 

Vicki Rowles, director of fundraising at Acorns, said: "We need your help. The New Year is the perfect time to give something back, and by supporting Acorns, you'll be helping us be there for children and families who need us the most.

"There are countless ways to support Acorns in 2025. You can meet new people by volunteering in one of our shops, keep fit by taking part in one of our fun runs, find great bargains by rummaging through our rails, or you can do good and feel good by simply supporting Acorns in any way you can by telling people of the vital work we do."

The group said that volunteering with them makes a huge difference, whether it is at the charity's three hospices, out in the community or in retail shops across the West Midlands.

Businesses can also get involved by partnering with the charity, or by participating in one of their corporate volunteering opportunities. 

Vickie added: "Do something amazing and help us provide vital care for local children with life-limiting conditions. 

"You can help us change lives. Help can’t wait for children who are seriously ill and with your support we can continue to provide lifeline care for them and their families, not just in 2025 but for generations to come."

The charity group needs around £35,000 each day to provide its children's hospice care, with two-thirds of that amount coming from generous donations and fundraising by the local community.

Make 2025 the year you resolve to make a difference. Visit www.acorns.org.uk/make-a-difference to learn more about how you can get involved.

The Express & Star has launched it's Care at Christmas appeal in support of the trust. Donate to give the gift of Acorns vital care and support to ensure no family caring for a seriously ill child in the region is facing faces a difficult journey alone.

Donate to Acorns here: acorns.org.uk/Star-Appeal