Are you or someone you know facing an emotional crisis? Samaritans are here to listen and provide support. Every year, we handle 3 million calls and 450,000 email and chat messages, with more than one in four seeking help for suicidal thoughts.
Stratford & District Samaritans is part of a network of 185 branches nationwide, staffed by 120 fully trained volunteers from various communities. Our branch alone contributes over 20,000 hours of telephone support annually, surpassing the national average fourfold.
As a trustee of Stratford & District Samaritans, I understand first-hand the life-saving impact of a single conversation with a trained Samaritan. However, despite our vital work, we receive no government funding. With rising costs and financial challenges, we face a projected funding gap of £20K in 2024.
In my 60th year, I’ve dedicated myself to bridging this gap. I’m launching my #Donate60 fundraising campaign on JustGiving, aiming to enlist the help of 334 #GoodSamaritans to work/provide a service of value to someone for 60 minutes and donate your earnings (or £60) to my #Donate60 JustGiving page AND THEN to tell those in your personal and social networks what you’ve done to encourage them to do the same, and hopefully set a chain reaction in motion!
Your support can make a real difference. Please consider donating £60 or dedicating 60 minutes of your time to help us continue our essential services. Spread the word to your personal and social networks to create a ripple effect of kindness and generosity.
Donating through our JustGiving page is secure and efficient, ensuring your contribution directly supports our cause, reducing administrative burdens.
Join me in making a meaningful impact and fulfilling my 60th birthday wish before September 4th, 2024.
Follow my fundraising journey on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and my websites for updates on events like street busking and the Manchester half marathon.
Together, let’s be #GoodSamaritans and support Samaritans in 2024. Thank you for your generosity and support!
#Donate60 🙏👏👍👌💪