TLF Weekly News

THE LEWIS FOUNDATION VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE AN AWARD

We are so proud that our amazing team of volunteers were the recipients of the Mayor of Northampton award for Outstanding Community Contribution.

This was awarded to reflect the outstanding work they have done to make a difference to the lives of others in the Northampton community.

The work we have done over the last 7 years would not be possible without these amazing people - giving up their time, love and energy to be a part of making a difference to the lives of others. Always working quietly behind the scenes, not wanting any publicity as they are doing it to simply make a difference.

Always on hand if we need them, even if it is at short notice.

Thank you:

Mick Bull, Eileen Bull, Curtis Archer, Dek Farrell, Janice Lewis, Nikki Fitzpatrick Paul Fitzpatrick, Caitlin Behan, Lynne Houghton, Pam Walker, Sally Johnson Maleen Sneddon Tianna Francis, Evie Bull, Denise Bull, Mandy Mae, Neve, Natalie Dyball, Keith Hall and Bryn Early for all you do and this was so deserved.

CO- FOUNDER LORRAINE LEWIS ON BBC RADIO NORTHAMPTON

Our Co- Founder Lorraine Lewis was on BBC Radio Northampton

talking to Bernie Keith about her book memoir 'Dare To Dream'

Listen to the conversation from 1 hour 19 minutes to 1 hour 32 minutes: https://lnkd.in/enNmGdZx

HAVE YOU PURCHASED A COPY OF THE BOOK?

If you have not purchased a copy of the book yet, head to:?https://amzn.to/3ImMC4S

If you have purchased a copy but not yet left a review, please leave one at whatever site you have purchased a copy from.

DONATION FROM KAB SEATING

Huge thank you to Kab Seating who have raised ￡4252.81 to support our work.

We were initially chosen as their Charity of The Year in 2020 and then Covid hit.

Whilst many organisations were not able to fundraise for us due to restrictions, the staff at KAB Seating found a way to keep going to show their support. They have done so many different fundraising activities such as Baking Competitions, Halloween Competitions and Fundraising in the warehouse. Their support extended for a 3 year period, resulting in the fantastic sum of money raised.

We would not be able to do the work we do without community support like this, so we want to say thank you for being a part of making a big difference to the lives of those diagnosed with cancer in our community.

If you are a business, school or group who want to become a part of our mission to make a difference, email: [email protected]

THE LEWIS FOUNDATION WINS AN AWARD FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON

Last week we attended University of Northampton 1st ever Sustainability Summit 2023 and received the Best Social Initiative Award for our Surplus Stock Appeal.

You will have seen us partnering with local businesses to donate any surplus stock they may have to our charity. This is usually end of line/excess stock, which they can no longer use.

Depending on the nature of the item, the stock is either put into our gift packs we give to adult cancer patients in hospital or is used to raise funds via our Pop Up Shop we host twice a month Grosvenor Shopping Northampton.

Our key partnership on this initiative has been Barry Tong Katy Tong - Sol Retail and Grosvenor Shopping Northampton - Bailey Earl and all the team at the centre, we could not make this work without you - so thank you for all you continue to do to support our charity to help cancer patients in hospital.

If you are a business who wants to find out how you can support us in this way, email: [email protected]

HOSPITAL FEEDBACK - END OF LIFE SUPPORT?

We received a beautiful piece of feedback in the post from Bedford Hospital and Luton and Dunstable University Hospital regarding our gift items to support end of life care.

"Thank you for your kind and heartfelt donations of items for our End of Life trolleys. This donation will support many families in one of the most heartbreaking experiences of their lives. And for that we would like to say thank you.

You have made an amazing contribution towards ensuring we reach as many patients and their loved ones as possible.

Our work would not be possible without our amazing supporters such as yourself. Donations make a wonderful difference to the hospitals, and your compassion is truly appreciated by our patients, their families and staff. Thank you once again for your generous support."

We are providing basic items such as toiletries, journals, pens, bedside lamps and neck cushions to be used by the patient and their loved ones. We were asked if we could help as items of this nature are not provided. With people going through the most difficult time of their life having access to these items is one less thing to think or worry about.

Thank you for fundraising and donating products to enable us to provide support in this way and to both hospitals for showing how your support makes a difference.

Make a donation to support our work: https://cafdonate.cafonline.org/20642

To purchase a product from our gift list that will make its way direct to a patient in hospital - https://www.thelewisfoundation.co.uk/wishlist

GET YOUR TICKETS FOR OUR NEXT BINGO NIGHT ON 31.5.23

Join us on Wednesday 31st May 2023

Arrival from 6pm, event times 6.45pm - 9pm

Duston Community Centre Pendle Road, Northampton, NN5 6DT

Tickets are ￡18 to play, which includes all your bingo books on the night.

There will also be a raffle & games on the night - a chance to win extra prizes!

Refreshments will also be available for you to purchase.?

Don't miss out on a fantastic evening of fun!

GET YOUR TICKETS:

Online: https://www.thelewisfoundation.co.uk/events

In Person: The Lewis Foundation Coffee Shop, The Elgar Centre High Street, Upton, Northampton, NN5 4EN - Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am - 2pm and Saturdays 9am - 11.30am.

SAVE THE DATE - THE LEWIS FOUNDATION FUN DAY!

Our The Lewis Foundation Fun Day is happening at The Elgar Centre, High Street, Upton, Northampton NN5 4EN on Saturday 17th June 2023 from 12pm- 4pm - see poster at the bottom of this email with everything that will be happening on the day!

Raising awareness and funds for our cause, so we can provide our free gift packs and support to adult cancer patients in hospital. It is going to be a great afternoon.

If you are able to display a poster or share leaflets please email: [email protected]

Look forward to seeing you there!