Mother’s Day is about more than presents and flowers, it’s a time to show appreciation for all the hard work and love that mums and female caregivers put in every day. For many of the families we help, the support network just isn’t there and many face not celebrating Mother’s Day at all. With the …
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At Stripey Stork, we always say that kindness starts at a young age and 8 year old Isla is proof of that. She was instrumental in organising a coat collection at her school and went above and beyond by sorting and washing them meaning that we can give them straight out to families that need …
Once again in 2023, and thanks to the incredible efforts of our dedicated team and the support of numerous individuals and organisations, the magic of Santa Stork became a reality to bring Christmas to families across Surrey and beyond. Throughout this festive season, our commitment to making a difference in the lives of local families …
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Run Reigate 2023 was a very special event. It marked the 10-year anniversaries of both Run Reigate and Stripey Stork. Our #TeamStork runners, supporters, and volunteers united to raise crucial funds for Surrey families in need. The amount raised to date is a fabulous… £ 0 *after race costs and before donation platform fees We …
Jaime Anup is a Community Development Worker at Surrey Minority Ethnic Forum (SMEF). SMEF supports the needs and aspirations of a growing ethnic minority population in Surrey and aim to create a unified and diverse community with an focus on improved wellbeing for all in Surrey. SMEF have been referring to Stripey Stork for the …
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Corporate volunteering is a great way to give something back to your community and really make a difference. We love welcoming extra volunteers to our warehouse, the extra pairs of hands really come in hand. One of our volunteers, Charlotte, regularly volunteered with us whilst she was on maternity leave. Having joined a new company, …
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Stripey Stork extends its gratitude after being awarded £499,808 in National Lottery funding across three years to support its work helping families across Surrey. The baby bank charity, based in Reigate, will use the money to develop its service that many health and community partners across Surrey have come to depend on to support families …
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As Thursday 22nd June dawned and the stripey socks, t-shirts and trousers came out, it could only mean one thing – Stripes4Stripey2023 was here. Our annual campaign where we ask everyone to go crazy with their stripes, have fun and donate or fundraise for Stripey Stork. This year we focused on raising money to support …
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Every newborn baby needs a safe place to sleep. We’re proud to partner with Surrey Heartlands Local Maternity & Neonatal System to provide families who are seeking sanctuary or refuge across Surrey with a secure and cozy space for their little ones to sleep. At Stripey Stork, we have long supported families experiencing poverty in …
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At the beginning of April, Sam Smitherman from Walton Heath Golf Club took on the Richmond half in aid of Stripey Stork. Sam’s New Year’s resolution was to get back into running and fitness and upon hearing that Stripey Stork are Walton Heath’s captain’s charity, he decided to pledge his support. Sam raised over £5,500 …
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51a Albert Road North
Reigate
Surrey
RH2 9EL
Registered as a charity in England and Wales 1161613
Our focus is the Surrey region and bordering areas. If you are in a different region, see map of UK baby banks to find one near you.
