As the sleigh bells fade into the distance and Santa and his reindeer head back toward the North Pole, children up and down the country lay sleeping dreaming of what lies beneath the tree. But while excitement sparkles in many homes, others sit in an altogether different quiet. Behind closed doors, parents lie awake long …
It’s that time a year again when we feel it’s important to reflect on everything we’ve achieved with your support and the impact it has made. This annual blog is a collection of these highlights and thank yous – although there’s too many to mention all the amazing individuals, organisations, schools and community groups here. …
Between 2nd and 9th December 2025, we took part in the Big Give Christmas Challenge. It’s the UK’s largest online match funding campaign and, after winning the Newcomer Award in 2024, we felt well-equipped and excited to seize this fantastic fundraising opportunity. Last year, our focus was on raising funds for safe and warm places …
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The children were huddled together under towels, trying to keep warm in a bitterly cold flat. Andrea*, a single mum with three primary school aged children, unexpectedly lost her job. They were forced to leave the family home and move into emergency accommodation in Surrey. For three months they lived together in a small hotel …
As the colder months approach, one item becomes especially important for every child: a warm winter coat. Yet, despite its essential role in a child’s comfort, health and wellbeing, a coat is one of the more expensive pieces of clothing for many households. Children outgrow coats quickly, often long before they show any sign of …
On Sunday 21st September, the wait was finally over – Run Reigate 2025 had arrived! The Stripey Stork van was packed (how did we ever manage without it?) and we set off to Priory Park. We were proud to be one of the official Run Reigate charity partners, alongside some other brilliant local charities, many …
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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 …
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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Racing past their fundraising target as they cycled over 300km from London to Paris On 11th July 2025, Rickard and Neil set off on their 3-day challenge – and what a challenge it was: cycling the Avenue Verte, the scenic route connecting London to Paris. But they didn’t just want to do this as a …
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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