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There are many ways to get involved and support your local children's hospice.

We rely on fundraising, shops, volunteers, donations and support from people like you to keep providing our specialist care to the community. Running the hospice costs nearly £6 million a year and any and all contributions make a real difference to the local people and families we care for.

There are so many ways that you can get involved and help support us, take a look below for some ideas!

Fundraise for us

From sponsored walks, runs and rides to sky-dives and wing walks. Whether you want to join in with an organised challenge or dream up your own, you can fundraise for Chestnut Tree House.

See our list of events for some inspiration, and if you need help with your sponsorship we’re on hand to help, with everything you need to know to get fundraising.

 

Volunteer

Even if you only have a few hours to spare, your time can make a big difference. We have many different volunteering opportunities, including helping in our shops and warehouse and cheering at events. Find volunteering opportunities.

 

Get your business, group or school involved

Your business, group or school can take part in any fundraiser, all while boosting company morale, raising awareness, and having fun! Take a look at our simple ideas for fundraising with your colleagues, classmates or community group.

If you’re a business, you can also choose us as your charity of the year or make use of the Payroll Giving scheme which enables you to give to charities of your choice on a tax free basis. See more about Payroll Giving on GOV.UK.

 

Leave a gift in your Will

Support and donations from individuals are our most important source of income. Almost a fifth of our funding comes from gifts in Wills and right now they’re needed more than ever, as demand for our services grows. Find out about leaving a gift in your Will.

 

Make a donation

Our most important source of income is the support and donations we receive from individuals. Any gift to Chestnut Tree House – whether you’re making a single donation or monthly donation, supporting one of our appeals, or paying for a day of care – goes a long way.

You could also give a gift in memory of a loved one, give in celebration, sponsor a room or leave a gift in your Will.

Ways you can donate

In the gardens at Chestnut Tree House
Give in memory
A gift in memory allows you to remember someone special while helping others. Here are the ways you can remember your loved one, while supporting other children with life-shortening conditions.
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Give in celebration
Instead of gifts for your next big celebration, why not ask your friends and family to make a donation to Chestnut Tree House instead?
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In the hospice
Sponsor a Room
From as little as £8 a month you could sponsor one of the children's rooms at the House.
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Our wishlist
Find out the best way to donate toys to the hospice.
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Shop our new homeware collection

Our new range of British-made gifts with all artwork by contemporary printmaker Katie Heiss. Find the perfect present for someone you love.

Gifts

Create a tribute page

An online tribute page is the perfect place to remember your loved one if you have friends and family all around the world. In this digital space you can share pictures and stories, light virtual candles and donate to your chosen charities for years to come, no matter where you are. Create a tribute page.

 

Play our lottery

Playing the Local Hospice Lottery for Chestnut Tree House gives you a chance to win £2,000 every single week. Play now!

 

Visit our charity shops

Shop, donate, recycle and support your local children’s hospice. There are Chestnut Tree House charity shops across East and West Sussex. Find a charity shop near you or donate your unwanted items to our shops or warehouse.

We also have an online shop for greetings cards and an eBay shop stocked with rare gems, antique items and unique treasures!

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