Northern Education Trust has continued its commitment to The Sick Children’s Trust, its chosen charity, by raising an impressive £3,115.80 over the past year through fundraising activities held across its academies.
The Sick Children’s Trust supports families with seriously ill children by helping them stay close during hospital treatment. The charity provides free, comfortable accommodation near hospitals, along with emotional and practical assistance, ensuring parents and carers can remain just minutes away from their child’s bedside.
Currently, the charity operates ten “Homes from Home” across the UK, including locations in Newcastle, Leeds and Sheffield. These facilities offer accommodation for up to 147 families every night, all year round, and collectively support around 4,000 families annually. Research from the charity shows that 99% of families who stay in its accommodation report positive benefits for their child’s wellbeing and recovery, as well as reduced stress for parents.
Fundraising efforts across academies
Students and staff from Northern Education Trust academies organised a wide range of fundraising events throughout the year. Activities included bake sales, non-uniform and Christmas jumper days, raffles, seasonal fairs, and other creative initiatives. One primary pupil even chose to donate her hair to raise additional funds, drawing praise for her generosity and courage.
Leaders praise community spirit
Rob Tarn CBE, Chief Executive of Northern Education Trust, said the trust was proud to support a charity that makes a meaningful difference to families during some of their most challenging moments. He noted that the funds raised will help ensure more families receive vital practical and emotional support while their child undergoes hospital treatment.
Vanessa Buckley, Head of Fundraising at The Sick Children’s Trust, thanked the trust and its academies for their outstanding efforts. She said the creativity and commitment shown by students and staff had helped raise essential funds that will directly support families staying in the charity’s “Homes from Home.”
Learning more
Further information about the charity’s work and how to support it can be found on The Sick Children’s Trust website.