Fundraising and merchandise

Surrey SANDS are a local group within the nationwide SANDS registered charity, working to the objects set out in the SANDS constitution (PDF 78KB)

Surrey SANDS are totally self funding, receiving no form of statutory funding and no direct funding from national. All of our income is derived from donations made directly to us at Surrey SANDS.

The management committee and befrienders all offer their services on a voluntary basis.

The sole purpose of the group is to provide support services at a local level. This we achieve through our newsletter, support group meetings, web site, memorial events and 1-1 befriending. Naturally, all this comes at a cost. We don't aim to make a profit; all income is used for the benefit of our members.

The majority of our income is generated from our service beneficiaries, their families and friends. We are, of course, immensely grateful for this.

So how can you help support Surrey SANDS so that we can continue to support you and others in the unenviable position we all have in common?

Surrey SANDS membership - Lets face it membership of Surrey SANDS has a unique requirement that none of us wishes to hold. We do not "charge" for membership we simply ask each household to make an annual donation in order to receive the newsletter and interim updates. We respectfully ask that where possible the minimum donation is £10 as this alone does not even full cover the printing costs of the newsletter. Those on income support will be fully supported. If you would like to become a member please download, print and return the application form below.

Membership form (word doc 53KB)

Epsom Hospital Project - We have been invited by Epsom Hospital to create a dedicated Sands room within the maternity unit. This will be a modified delivery suite to create a peaceful more homely environment for parents to spend some quality time alone with their baby. It is necessary to raise all the funds ourselves and one of our members has commited to doing so with a sponsored 250 mile cycle ride. Please visit his fundraising page www.justgiving.com/surreysands-coast2coast and help us to reach our target of £2500.

Merchandise - Please see our merchandise page A PDF version of this page is available here (40KB)

Recycling - old mobile phones, used printer cartridges and foreign coins. These are very valuable to us. Please hand them either to your Befriender, support group host or contact Kate Molloy on 07789 128179.

Ad-hoc donations - those who attend any of our events will now be familiar with the donations bucket! Please give generously it helps cover the costs of providing such events, for which we rarely charge.

General donations - you can do this simply online into our Just Giving Account. Please visit www.justgiving.com/surreysands

In Memoriam - Funeral Donations - assuming you are reading this before the funeral of your precious baby, please consider nominating donations to Surrey SANDS in lieu of flowers. In the long run you too will benefit from the support we provide.

In Memoriam Sponsored Events - This is one of the most meaningful ways you can help us, so that we can continue to help you. It is entirely your own choice how you chose to raise funds in memory of your beloved child. Some previous ideas have been sponsored diet / walk / runs, tea parties, raffles, competitions, sale of hand made items……the list is endless. What is most important is that it is something you are doing in memory of your child, and in the process you are raising the profile of our charity. The amount you raise is not as important as the priceless reward you feel for taking part. To order personalised official sponsorship forms please email your requirements to surrey.sands@btinternet.com. One simple way to collect sponsorship money online is through your own Just Giving page. Please contact Lorna for guidance prior to setting this up.

By making your donation directly to Surrey SANDS you will be supporting other bereaved parents in your local area - some of whom you will meet at groups and events.

Kindly send donations by cheque payable to "Surrey Sands" to our Treasurer
Fernando Contreras
23 Stroud Road
South Norwood
SE25 5DR

Please enclose a stamped addressed envelope so that a receipt can be forwarded.

Legacy Giving - Our own departure is not something any of us like to think about. What is important is that we make our wishes clear in advance of the event. The simplest way is to write a will. If it is your wish to support Surrey SANDS you may chose to make a donation from your estate, alternatively you may choose to request donations to Surrey SANDS in lieu of flowers.

Remember - we need your support to enable us to offer you our support - thank you.