We feel extremely lucky to have partnered with the lovely team at Reigate Grange for this year’s Santa Stork Christmas campaign. Reigate Grange is a luxurious care home which only opened its doors last year. Everything is shiny and new, the facilities and level of care is second to none, and it breaks all boundaries […]
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Will Santa know where to find me?
We spoke with the support workers at our local women’s refuge, Reigate & Banstead Women’s Aid (RBWA), as they were busy preparing their Santa Stork Christmas lists for the families currently under their care and protection. They conveyed the strain these families are under and what Santa Stork means to them at this difficult time […]
The comfort blanket wrapped in kindness
“She immediately wrapped herself up in the blanket and this has continued to bring her joy.” We were recently contacted by a repeat referral partner who needed specific items and needed them quickly – she knew we’d be able to help! A 15 year old girl had been placed under her care, being detained under […]
The Duke of Gloucester presents The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service
HRH The Duke of Gloucester today (12th November 2019) presented The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service (QAVS) to Stripey Stork in recognition of their volunteers and all they have achieved in providing essential items to local families in need. Accepting the certificate signed by Her Majesty The Queen and an English crystal with the logo […]
One kind step for a donor, one giant impact for Sutton
This is a story of philanthropy pure and simple. A surprising result for Stripey Stork and most probably not the one you will be expecting, read on to find out more… As a small, local charity, we receive no statutory funding so our team are always on the lookout for new funding opportunities. When we […]
Easy Autumn crafts the kids will love
There’s a chill in the air so little ones might not always want to hit the outdoors this half term. Mix it up a bit, using some of the materials you’ve foraged and craft items you probably already have around the house, with these simple seasonal crafts we’ve compiled. As an added bonus, you get […]
I love everything!! And I mean everything!!
Two sisters, picked up from school one day by a social worker to be taken to their new home. A new place to live which they knew nothing about, and without any of their belongings. But a new home nonetheless which needed to happen as it’s not safe at home anymore. Although they are now […]
The healing power of music
At Stripey Stork we pride ourselves on being resourceful and always going the extra mile to help. Like when we were able to make a real difference to a 12 year old girl who’d been through so much already. She’d been placed into foster care after suffering serious abuse at home, and to make matters […]
Run Reigate 2019 – what a result for Team Stork!
On Sunday 15 September, Priory Park was the scene for Run Reigate. Now in its sixth year, it was bigger and better than ever. It was also that little bit more ‘orange’ – as our runners, volunteers and supporters came out in full force, showing everyone Team Stork at its best! £ 0 Run Reigate […]
The nicest gift – ever!
“It’s the nicest gift that anyone has ever given me”. This story quietly confirms the difference we are making… We were kindly donated a very special pram. When we say special, this wasn’t your ordinary pram – it was high end, super modern, with the most impressive features. But what made it particularly special to […]
