Mother’s Day is a celebration, a chance to say thank you to mums and female carers for everything they do. It’s a day often marked by thoughtful gestures, but for some mums and carers that we support, this day can feel very different. Without a support network or the financial means to celebrate, the simple …
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We are so pleased to be able to share details of our new workshop in Reigate, a second site on Albert Road North and a significant enabler in Stripey Stork’s mission to support families across Surrey and Croydon. This expansion not only addresses our pressing need for additional space but also enhances our capacity to …
In December 2024, we proudly took part in The Big Give Christmas Challenge – a match-funding opportunity that allowed us to raise an incredible £94,343. This vital funding ensures that every baby and child referred to us in 2025 has access to safe and warm sleep items, including cots, toddler beds, Moses baskets, new mattresses, …
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Vote for Us! Stripey Stork Needs Your Support in the Discount Promo Codes Charity Poll this February. This February we are one of three charities taking part in the Discount Promo Codes charity poll and we need your votes. The charity with the most votes will receive 20% of their profits for the month. Who …
Christmas is a time of joy and togetherness, but for some families, it can also be a season of worry. After losing his wife, this devoted father found himself navigating the challenges of single parenthood while working tirelessly to provide for his family. Every day was a balancing act between long hours at work and …
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As Christmas morning breaks and the sounds of excited children echo across the country, we feel incredibly grateful that once again, Santa Stork was able to bring joy to families facing hardship in Surrey and Croydon. While Christmas is a season of magic and celebration, for many families, it also brings added pressure. Thanks to …
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When it comes to supporting Stripey Stork, Ben Harris didn’t just go the extra mile – he ran a marathon and a half to raise vital funds for Stripey Stork. Why Stripey Stork? Ben is a member of Reigate Squash Club, which recently chose Stripey Stork as their Charity of the Year. For Ben, the …
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At Stripey Stork, we provide volunteering opportunities for young people working towards their Duke of Edinburgh Award. As part of their award they are required to complete a set number of volunteer hours. We offer weekly volunteer sessions for students at the bronze, silver, and gold levels. Dylan, volunteered with us for 20 months and …
I am so happy today. I am very grateful for all the kindness that people have shown me…. we are off to a good start. Pregnancy should be a time for excited anticipation but for Mary* the anxiety she felt about bringing a baby into the world far outweighed any feelings of happiness. Mary has …
With the generous support of Raven Housing Trust, we are proud to introduce the newest member of Team Stork – our very own fully electric Ford Transit van. The introduction of the van marks a significant milestone for us, allowing us to support our 1,325 individual referral partners from 450 referral organisations, many of whom …
