In October 2017 Business Works decided to “Give A Duck” by supporting a local charity every time we sign up a new client. But this isn’t just any duck. This Duck supports children with cancer. To date we are proud to say we have donated 129 Ducks.
It’s lovely to announce that Sindy Smetham and Kate Roberts, along with 2 friends, will once again be taking part in the Leeds 10K on 5th September in support of Give a Duck. If you would like to donate, then you can do so via their fundraising page Kate and Sindy’s Just Giving page
The Give A Duck Foundation was hatched in Leeds by Andrew and Karen Phillips when their son Harry was diagnosed with leukemia in November 2012. Chemo Ducks are given to families in hospital upon their child’s cancer diagnosis and used to support and educate children and their families during the diagnosis and treatment for cancer. Each Chemo Duck pack includes a ‘Meet Chemo Duck’ information book, ‘I’m Still Me’ activity book and a mini pencil case complete with colouring pencils and a pencil sharpener. Through the power of play, the Play Leaders and medical staff will first demonstrate on Chemo Duck the medical procedures the child will experience, helping to reduce the child’s fear and anxiety. Siblings are not forgotten and are offered a Huggable Hope duck to help support and comfort them too.
The Give A Duck Foundation now supply stock of Chemo Duck and Huggable Hope to over 30 hospitals throughout the UK. We are proud to be supporting such a wonderful charity, now more than ever charities need our support.
The aim of the Give A Duck Foundation is to ensure that every child diagnosed with cancer in the UK is given a Chemo Duck and Huggable Hope for their sibling/s. To find out and read more about this inspiring charity, please go to www.giveaduck.org.uk
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