October Newsletter
Dear friends of Sobell House,
'Many hands make light work'?– truer?words were?never?spoken than in the world of fundraising. Following OxTrail, where over 200 organisations came together to play their part, collaboration is the overriding theme for the final quarter of this year. The difference we can make by joining forces and supporting others' fundraising efforts is immeasurable.?
At Sobell House, we are incredibly fortunate to collaborate with a number of amazing businesses, charities and venues this autumn/winter.??
So please get involved, book a ticket or table for one of the events, sign up a team or as an individual for Raise'24 or support others fundraising - find details for all three of these events below. The power of what can be achieved if we all work together will be incredible!?Thank you as ever for all that you do to support us, we are extremely grateful to each and every one of you.
With my very best wishes,
What is Raise'24?
Brought to you by B4 , this unique event will bring together businesses and charities from across the county for a Christmas event like no other!
Whether it be reaching out to business contacts and suppliers, sponsored events, organising office bake sales or climbing Snowdon, everyone taking part is tasked with raising ￡500 for Raise. You can sign up as a team of four or join as an individual or pair and maximise your networking opportunity on the day.
The festive celebration
On 13 December, teams will come together to celebrate their fundraising achievements?in the stunning surroundings of Keble College.
The event promises to be a glorious, colour-filled festive spectacle starting with breakfast in the Great Hall of Keble College, followed by a surprise Christmas-themed entertainment and fancy dress to get teams in the mood to celebrate this year's fundraising.?
Following team awards and the all-important announcement of the grand total, there will be a sumptuous three-course Christmas lunch back in the Great Hall to wrap up.
The final total raised prior to and at the event will then be shared between the ten charities, all working in Oxfordshire to improve people's lives and help them to thrive.
Find out more about Raise ?? Raise'24 - Help us raise critical funds for amazing charities (raise4charity.co.uk)
How to get involved
Step 1:?Sign up as an individual, or a team of 2-4, with an individual target of raising ￡500.
Step 2:?Fundraise for your ￡500 target before 13 December.
Step 3:?Come and celebrate the collective success of Raise'24 on Friday 13 December at Keble College.
Sign your team up ?? RAISE 24 SIGN UP
Sign your team up ?? RAISE 24 SIGN UP
Your impact
Nicki's partner, and Riley's dad, Ryan, was cared for by Sobell House.
"Ryan attended two art therapy sessions during his stay at the hospice and Riley was invited to join in with him. Riley now treasures the picture they painted in Ryan’s Memory Box at home.
We always wanted to be honest with Riley and tried our best to help him to understand the situation that we were facing. After a few weeks, Ryan decided it would be best for Riley to stop visiting him at the hospice, as it was becoming too tough for them both. Nothing will ever prepare you for telling your child that their Dad isn’t going to get better and that it’s time to say goodbye.
Just three days later, on 7 February 2023, Ryan very sadly died. He was our rock and we miss him every day.?
Ryan made us promise to continue to support Sobell House as he felt it made such a difference to the way in which he lived the last few weeks of his life."
Support Sobell this Christmas?and help us to create more memories for people?like Riley and Ryan. We've already listed the benefits for?you by joining Raise'24, but there is?no better benefit than supporting Sobell this Christmas. We were able to be there for Ryan, Riley and Nicki because we had the funds to do so.
Sign your team up?and make a difference today ?? RAISE 24 SIGN UP
￡2,000?could pay for over five months' worth of specialist drugs for a patient receiving palliative care to ease their pain and help with symptom control.
Oxfordshire Together
Have you booked your tickets for the Oxfordshire Together Charity Gala?
?? Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford
? Friday 15 November
Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford?is hosting a black-tie evening, including a two-course buffet dinner, live music, a roulette table, and an exciting auction. This event will raise important funds for Sobell House, Oxfordshire Mind , Oxford Hospitals Charity and Crisis .
To secure your place please email [email protected] or call 01865 489933 for your booking form.
New Year's Eve
Raise vital funds for three local charities at a 1920s New Year’s Eve Charity Gala!
Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel is hosting a spectacular evening on 31 December?in their hotel to raise money for Sobell House, SeeSaw Oxford and Be Free Young Carers .
Bring in the New Year in 1920s style and enjoy a delectable four-course dinner, a glass of bubbly upon arrival, a toast of champagne at midnight, and half a bottle of house wine to savour throughout the night. Dress to impress in your finest vintage attire and dance the night away with a live DJ!
Book your ticket ?? New Year's Eve Charity Gala Tickets
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