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The Lewis Foundation UK
The Lewis Foundation Charity is a non-profit organization that aims to bring comfort +support to adult cancer patients.
OUR NEW OUTLET STORE AT THE MALL LUTON!
We are so proud to finally share, that behind the scenes we have been working on a new charity project and here it is!
Welcome to The Lewis Foundation Outlet at Luton Point - Opening Saturday 18th May 2024 at 9.30am. Find us next to Tesco in the Mall.
As a charity we can't thank enough the team enough from taking this from talking about it as an idea and now it is happening.
The level of support, time and kindness you have given us to make this a reality is something we will never forget and is gratefully appreciated by us and we know it will be by the cancer patients in hospital who will be on the receiving end of this support.
As always thanks to the incredible Goldings Communications for all your PR support and connections you have used to support us in this journey.
The outlet shop replicates the model of the one in Northampton, in that even though we are a charity shop we continue to sell only brand new, branded items at up to 50% cheaper than RRP.
These items have been kindly been donated to us by businesses as part of our ongoing surplus stock campaign. This means every purchase you make goes to funding our work of providing free care packages and support to adult cancer patients in hospital.
* It is a benefit to businesses who are recycling in a new way and also giving back to the community.
*Customers are getting branded items at a lower prices.
* It provides us with a sustainable source of income, which means we can continue to do our work of supporting cancer patients in hospital.
It's a win win for everyone!
If you are in the Luton area please come and visit us to make a purchase or find out more about how you can get involved.
You can also shop online: www.thelewisfoundationoutlet.com - Click and Collect available from the store or UK home delivery available.
We look forward to welcoming you to the store!
OUR WONDERFUL SUPPORTER FRAN RUNNING IN MEMORY OF HER MUM
Huge thank you to one of our incredible long term supporters Fran who continues to fundraise and raise awareness of our work at The Lewis Foundation.
This year Fran will be taking part in the Chester Marathon, her first one to raise funds for our work.
Fran shared why she is supporting The Lewis Foundation.?
“I will be fundraising for The Lewis Foundation, who were a ray of sunshine to my Mum, Adrianna during her chemotherapy journey.
This INCREDIBLE charity provides free gift packs and support to adults going through cancer treatment in hospitals across the Midlands. When I ran my last race in 2019, I asked Mum who I should run for, and she chose The Lewis Foundation. So when I signed up to Chester, I knew what I had to do.
I have wanted to run a marathon for so long, and wanted to honour this amazing charity by doing so. What will get me through all of the training is to think of all those resilient and wonderful people going through treatment, and how much charities like The Lewis Foundation make a daily difference.
￡3.60 funds one gift pack for an adult cancer patient. There are so many amazing worthy charities, but if you can spare the cost of a coffee to help out this amazing cause, I would be so grateful."
Thank you Fran for making a difference.
If you would like to support her, donate:
OLDE COBBLER NORTHAMPTON SUPPORTS THE LEWIS FOUNDATION OVER THE BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND!
Huge thank you one of our supporters Olde Cobbler in Northampton who has chosen to support our charity over the Bank Holiday Weekend.
Donations from the bouncy castle and face painting over the weekend, will be donated to help us provide our free gift packs and support to adult cancer patients in hospital.
Below is all you can look forward to the Olde Cobbler over the bank holiday weekend:
Saturday 25 - Monday 27 May 2024
Saturday
Breakfast Buffet 9-11am
Free Bouncy Castle from 12
Free Face Painting 2-6pm
BBQ Buffet 2-6pm
Kev’s Karaoke! From 8.30pm
Sunday
Breakfast Buffet 9-11am
Free Bouncy Castle from 12
Free Face Painting 2-6pm
Sunday Lunch 12-4pm
Garden Menu 12-4pm
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Trev’s Quiz Night! From 5pm
Monday
Breakfast Buffet 9-11am
Free Bouncy Castle from 12
Main Menu & Garden Menu 12-6pm
HOW LEGACY GIVING MAKES A DIFFERENCE
Legacy giving is always a delicate topic for us to discuss. It often comes with the sad news of a supporter passing away due to cancer. While this brings us sadness, we are deeply grateful to those who choose to support The Lewis Foundation by leaving a legacy gift. Even after they're gone, these supporters continue to make a significant impact by helping others through their cancer treatment.
Recently, we received a donation of ￡1,181.30 collected at a funeral in memory of someone our charity had supported. This generous gift will be used to fund 328 of our gift packs, touching the lives of 328 cancer patients in hospitals. It's a beautiful tribute to the person who has passed, and it speaks to the lasting legacy they have left behind.
Though we don't know their full story or which hospital our services were received in, we do know that our work made a positive impact, leading to this gift in memory. We are incredibly thankful for this kindness and the difference it will make in the lives of so many.
A huge thank you to our volunteers, hospital staff, and supporters who contribute to making an impact on the lives of those diagnosed with cancer. If you want to learn more about legacy giving and how you can support The Lewis Foundation in this way, visit: https://www.thelewisfoundation.co.uk/giving-in-memory
TAKE PART IN THE NORTHAMPTON LOTTO AND SUPPORT THE LEWIS FOUNDATION
Exciting news!
We had a winner of ￡25 on the Northampton Lottery!
By participating, you're not only getting a chance to win cash prizes but also supporting the work of The Lewis Foundation.
Tickets costs ￡1, and 60p from every ticket sale is donated to The Lewis Foundation. Every ticket you buy helps us continue providing free gift packs to adult cancer patients in hospitals across the Midlands.?
If you'd like to join in and support our charity, it's easy. Just visit:
Choose The Lewis Foundation as your chosen charity and get your tickets.
It's a win-win—your support helps us make a difference, and you could win some cash along the way!
Thank you to everyone who takes part and supports our cause. Your contribution means the world to us.
NEWSPAPER COVERAGE ABOUT OUR UPCOMING FUN RUN 'WATER DASH'!
Huge thank you to the Northampton Chronicle for the coverage of our upcoming 5K Fun Run 'Water Dash' taking place on Saturday 20th July 2024 at 1pm at Upton Country Park.
Read about it below and what you can expect HERE.
Thank you to everyone who has signed up so far, it is going to be a fantastic event!
Haven't got your ticket left but would like to join, get signed up by visiting: www.thelewisfoundation.co.uk/events
Remember 100% of every entry purchase goes to fund the work our free gift packs and support to adult cancer patients in hospital thanks to our incredible sponsors and partners - CLICK Arts Foundation , NLive Radio , Consulo Health & Safety Ltd The Elgar Centre and Michelle Lewis - Fun Motivator Upbeat .
OUR GIFT GIVING THIS WEEK
This week we were able to give 233 of our gift packages made their way to adult cancer patients this week at Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust and Kettering General Hospital.
Thank you to Mary and Wendy for supporting us this week to ensure gifts made their way directly to patients and also ensuring the hospitals had all the gift packs they need to hand out over the next week.
Our thoughtfully created gift packs are designed to bring comfort, joy and kindness to anyone in hospital who has been diagnosed with cancer?
Here's why our gift packs are so special:
Personalised Touch: Each gift has been selected and created with care to suit the needs and preferences of cancer patients, making every package feel personal and unique.
Quality Products: We ensure all items included are of high quality, from charger kits and nourishing snacks to soothing skincare and books.
Boosting Morale: A surprise gift can uplift spirits and provide a much-needed distraction.
Showing Support: Our gift packs serve as a reminder that the community cares.
Thank you to everyone who supports our mission. Together, we can make a difference, one gift at a time.
One gift pack costs ￡3.60.
You can support us by:
Making a donation: https://cafdonate.cafonline.org/20642?
CHOSEN CHARITY FOR THE MAYOR AND MAYORESS OF NORTHAMPTON
Very proud to announce that our charity The Lewis Foundation has been chosen as the Mayor and Mayoress of Northampton Cllr Paul Joyce and Mylissa Joyce 24/25 chosen charity - Northampton Town Council
What a joy to celebrate the new appointment at the Mayor’s reception at the beautiful Guildhall in Northampton. Thank you for the opportunity to showcase to the audience about the journey of The Lewis Foundation and how we make a difference.
We really look forward to working together to make a difference to the lives of those diagnosed with cancer in our community. It is going to be a great civic year - watch this space!!