Volunteers needed for childhood charity day
NSPCC look to bring Leek together...
VOLUNTEERS are needed for the NSPCC’S flagship Childhood Day in Leek.
The UK’S leading children’s charity is bringing everyone in Leek together this summer to have fun and to highlight child protection with Childhood Day.
Childhood Day, which is on June 10, is the NSPCC’S landmark charity day where families, friends and colleagues celebrate childhood by organising events to raise money and help keep children safe.
The NSPCC is appealing for volunteers in Leek to help at the town centre fundraising collection.
Caroline Morgan, supporter fundraising manager for the Midlands, said: “Last year, the NSPCC Helpline made 4,574 referrals to agencies in the Midlands about child abuse and neglect concerns; an average of almost 13 referrals a day. With the support of local people here in Leek, we can take action against child abuse, and
With the support of the local people in Leek, we can take action against child abuse
Caroline Morgan
raise funds to ensure young people always have someone to turn to. “Whether you’re organising a sponsored kickabout in the park, a board game, a musical get-together or an online gaming tournament, we want your help to get the UK playing and to raise money to help us keep children safe from abuse.
“In particular, we need volunteers to help at our Leek collection, so please contact us if you’re able to give your time, energy and enthusiasm. Together we can make all the difference for children.”
■ Sign up here to play your part at: www.nspcc.org. uk/support-us/ events-fundraising/ childhood-day/volunteer/ If you want to do your own fundraising then sign up for a free fundraising pack and raise money your way this Childhood Day. For more information visit https://www. nspcc.org.uk/childhoodday Caroline added: “Whether you host a bake sale, dress up or take on a sponsored challenge, come play your part to help us be here for children.”