BOLTON Hospice has launched a new fundraising campaign in a bid to help replace vital funds lost due to the pandemic.
The campaign, called Bolton Hospice Heroes #500faces, is seeking 500 people to donate or raise £100 for the hospice this year.
When you sign up, the hospice will feature a photo of you - or a picture that represents you - on their online dedication page of kindness.
You can raise your £100 as an individual, a family, a group, a school or a company and you have until the end of the year to complete the challenge.
Individuals will receive an exclusive hospice heroes pin badge and groups will receive a hospice heroes certificate to proudly display.
Eight-year-old supporter Oliver Heppleston wants to get from Bolton to Paris by virtually rowing, running, walking, cycling and scooting an incredible 622km during 2021. His mum, Katie, said: “Oliver wanted to support Bolton Hospice as he felt strongly about raising money to support a charity that helps other people.
"He is aware of the hospice as his school recently raised funds for them by wearing Christmas jumpers.
“We thought it was an appropriate charity for Oliver to support as one of the governors from Oliver’s school, The Oaks Bolton, was recently cared for at the hospice.
"We feel the hospice does great work in supporting individuals and families.”
Hospice interim fundraising manager Kathryn Willett told The Bolton News: “Despite restrictions, there are still lots of ways that you can help raise vital funds during this difficult and uncertain time.
“Lockdown certainly made fundraising challenging last year but our supporters got creative and came up with the most wonderful ways to help raise money for us.
To pledge your support and sign up to the #500faces appeal, please visit boltonhospice.org.uk
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