We are delighted to announce two fantastic new additions to our Fundraising Team at Stripey Stork. Their experience, energy and passion will ensure we can continue to build vital support for local families at a time when our service is needed more than ever. Welcoming Charlotte Munro – Head of Fundraising Charlotte joins us as …
Two years ago, Volodymyr and his family arrived in Reigate from the Ukraine with very little, seeking safety and a fresh start. When they first reached the UK, everything was unfamiliar and the smallest comforts mattered more than most of us can imagine. Through the support of their local sponsor, Volodymyr and his family were …
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At Stripey Stork, we often witness how small gestures can make a huge impact. We believe that every child deserves the same start, and your support helps children to access opportunities they might otherwise not be able to. Recently, a request came through that perfectly illustrates this – a request that has left us all …
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This year, Stripey Stork has been proud to be the chosen charity for Reigate Heath Golf Club (RHGC), forming a year-long partnership that will raise vital money and awareness for us. At the heart of it all are David and Susie, the Club’s Men’s and Women’s Captains, who not only champion our cause but have …
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At Stripey Stork, we welcome young people to join Team Stork through ad hoc, Duke of Edinburgh or work experience volunteering, offering them a chance to learn about the work we do and the impact we have in the community. Recently, we had the pleasure of hosting Freya, a year 10 student who joined us …
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At Stripey Stork, we’re often inspired by the creativity, commitment and compassion of our supporters and the students, staff and families of St John’s School, Leatherhead, have truly blown us away. Over the past school year, this remarkable school community has rallied around Stripey Stork in a way that’s made a real and lasting impact …
Our annual Stripes4Stripey campaign returned on the 19th June and once again our amazing supporters donned their best stripes to help raise money to support local families experiencing hardship. We had stripey t-shirts, shorts, skirts, dresses, socks and even shoes! It was fantastic to see our community come together in such a fun and creative …
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Have you heard the news? Mummy Pig is having a baby and it’s a girl! What better way to celebrate than with a baby shower and everyone’s invited. Here at Stripey Stork, we know how special it is to welcome a new baby, but we also understand that it can be tough for some families. …
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At Stripey Stork we see the reality of poverty every day through the referrals we receive. Families across Surrey are struggling to meet their children’s most basic needs, and we believe that no child should have to start life at a disadvantage because of financial hardship. That’s why we’re proud to sign the End Poverty …
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The children had been increasingly missing school, refusing to go because they were worried they’d be picked on or called out for not having the right uniform. Now they have what they need, the cycle of anxiety around school attendance has been broken and mornings are much calmer in our house. – Mum Imagine turning …
