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Leicester Hospitals Charity Raises £25,000 for CenTre Neonatal Transport Team

Leicester Hospitals Charity Raises £25,000 for CenTre Neonatal Transport Team

The Big Pledge Weekend, organised by Leicester Hospitals Charity from Friday 22 to Monday 25 March, has concluded with overwhelming success, raising £25,000 in support of the CenTre Neonatal Transport Service.

The initiative aimed to enhance the care provided to premature and unwell babies during transport, with a particular focus on keeping twins together during their journeys.

The Big Pledge Weekend saw an outpouring of support from the local community, demonstrating their commitment to improving the lives of these vulnerable infants and their families. Funds raised will contribute towards the purchase of essential equipment, including a double pod system for transporting twins and kangaroo harnesses, allowing parents to travel with both babies and to have the option to hold one of the babies, if well enough, during journeys to different hospitals.

Sunita Patel, Acting Head of Charity at Leicester Hospitals Charity, expressed gratitude to everyone who contributed to the success of the event, saying:

"We are thrilled by the incredible response from the community during the Big Pledge Weekend. We’ve had people do bake sales, young fundraisers taking on challenges like walks, auctions of iPads, and raffles to win football and rugby shirts.  The generosity displayed will make a significant difference in the lives of little patients and their families."

Local community radio, Ramadan FM, who supported the Charity during the Pledge Day on Saturday 23 March, played a pivotal role in rallying support and spreading awareness about the cause.

Muhammad Yusuf from Ramadan FM said:

"We are proud to have been part of the Big Pledge Weekend and to support Leicester Hospitals Charity in their noble endeavour. The overwhelming response from the community highlights the importance of coming together to make a positive impact on the lives of others."

Leicester Hospitals Charity Team extends a Big Thanks to all participants, donors, and partners who contributed to the success of the Big Pledge Weekend. The support of the community has brought the charity one step closer to achieving its goal of enhancing neonatal transport services and improving outcomes for premature and unwell babies.

For further information please visit the Big Pledge Weekend webpage at www.LHCharity.org.uk/big-pledge-weekend or contact the fundraising team at 0116 258 8709.


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