Katharine House Hospice appeal closes
Staffordshire's Katharine House Hospice is able to continue to offer services thanks to the generosity of local people who have supported its emergency appeal.
The appeal has closed after raising £734,183 with some funds still to come in and this vital support is ensuring it can continue to support patients and their families.
The response to the emergency campaign has meant they can continue to deliver care while they wait for their shops to reopen, and fundraising events programme to recommence.
Chief executive Doctor Richard Soulsby said: "We would like to pay tribute to everyone who has supported us and continues to do so. From children to businesses, families and community group, our local caring community has rallied around us.
"People have foregone Christmas presents to make a donation, they’ve walked, ran and climbed – they’ve gamed, crafted, sewed and baked.
"Our landlords have supported us by reducing our rent on closed shops – local businesses have held staff days to raise funds, sold fish and chips and sent donations rather than gifts and cards for colleagues. Local groups have provided PPE and materials for our shops and care teams. We have received wonderful support from grant givers. For each and every one of our wonderful local supporters we would like to say a heart-felt thank you – as your hospice we could not continue without your support.
"As members of our community you have clearly shown your passion for our cause and your commitment to the ongoing provision of hospice care. Your response has exceeded our wildest expectations and our staff and volunteers are so very grateful. Your support will have a major impact on the care that local families receive.
"Once again we would like to thank members of our local community who have done and continue to do all you can to raise vital funds to help maintain our services."
Katharine House Hospice provides free care and support for adults and their families who are coping with progressive illness across Mid-Staffordshire. It relies upon the kindness of the local community to help generate over 75 per cent of the funds needed to run its vital range of services.
