Fundraisers from The Gallery Public House in Northampton’s Southfields have raised £3,600 alongside an additional £1000 donation made by Northampton Town Council Community Fund from the Town Mayor Councillor Dennis Meredith and Councillor Jackie Fuchshuber.
The money raised will go towards the Daisy Suite Appeal at Northampton General Hospital, which aims to offer privacy, away from the maternity area’s day unit and the wards.
The space will support the work of the Bereavement Midwives by providing an improved area to give the practical and emotional support following the loss of a baby.
Pub manager Karen Downes organised a 24-hour bike spinning fundraiser in memory of her granddaughter L’taya Amelia who was born sleeping.
Karen said: “The money was raised for a cuddle cot and furniture for the unit as we all know there is nothing more precious than time and we hope our fundraiser helps other and honour the memory of L’taya Amelia.
We are grateful for Northampton Town Council providing a £1,000 donation to help with the Daisy Suite appeal.”
Alison McCulloch Head of Fundraising said:
Each year the hospital cares for over 100 families who suffer the heartbreak of losing their baby.
Northamptonshire Health Charity are proud to be supporting Northampton General Hospital with this fundraising appeal for the Daisy Suite, to enhance the current facilities to support for families who experience the devastating loss of a baby.
We ask that you please get involved by taking on a fundraising challenge or by making a donation to help really make a difference.”
Could you take on a challenge or hold an event to raise money for the appeal?
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Contact charity team on 01604 626927 or [email protected]
Or if you would like to make a donation for the Daisy Suite Appeal visit our website at Daisy Suite Appeal (NGH) | Northamptonshire Health Charity