The charity’s fundraising appeal is a piece of cake – simply set a date to host a tea party and invite family, friends, or colleagues to tuck into a delectable treat and catch-up over a cuppa. Every penny raised from a Blooming Great Tea Party will go towards ensuring more people have access to the care and support they need at the end of life.
Marie Curie is dependent on public donations so that it can continue caring for people at the end of life locally in their own homes and at the Marie Curie hospice in Elswick. Donations also support its information and Support services, including a telephone line which provides a listening ear to anyone dealing with any aspect of death, dying and bereavement.
Kelly Knighting-Wykes, Marie Curie Head of Fundraising in the North said: “Hosting a Blooming Great Tea Party is easy. Whether you want to bake up a storm at home or pop to the shops for some tasty treats, you’ll be helping support people in your local area living with a terminal illness.
“We’d encourage supporters to take part at home with friends and family or at work with colleagues – even a virtual cuppa can make a big difference!”
To find out more about Marie Curie’s Blooming Great Tea Party, including top tips for planning your party, recipes and downloadable materials, visit mariecurie.org.uk/ teaparty or contact your local Community Fundraiser at northenglandfundraising@ mariecurie.org.uk or call 0191 219 1241
If you are struggling with grief and need someone to talk to or need information and support about
any aspect of terminal illness, call the free and confidential Marie Curie Support Line on 0800 090 2309 or visit Mariecurie.org.uk/ support
