£46,024 Raised to Support NI Hospice and Children’s Hospice
CRASH Services and JMK Solicitors have successfully concluded their 2024 charity partnership after raising an incredible £46,024.48 for NI Hospice and Children’s Hospice.
The fundraising total reflects the hard work, dedication and generosity of employees across both organisations, helping to support the vital specialist palliative care services provided by NI Hospice and Children’s Hospice for babies, children and adults living with life-limiting and life-threatening illnesses throughout Northern Ireland.
Supporting Hospice Care Across Northern Ireland
Throughout 2024, staff from CRASH Services and JMK Solicitors worked together to raise funds for their chosen charity partner through a wide range of fundraising events, challenges and workplace initiatives.
The partnership demonstrates both organisations’ long-standing commitment to supporting local charities and making a meaningful difference within communities across Northern Ireland.
Funds raised will help NI Hospice and Children’s Hospice continue delivering compassionate care and support to patients and families during some of the most challenging periods of their lives.
Fundraising Activities Throughout 2024
The companies’ dedicated Charity Committee organised a variety of events throughout the year, encouraging staff participation and community support.
Fundraising activities included:
- Abseiling down the Europa Hotel
- Breakfast mornings
- Lunchtime quizzes
- The Three Peaks Challenge
- Hillsborough Running Festival
- Dragon Boat Racing on the River Lagan
- Employee fundraising initiatives
- Monthly payroll giving donations
Staff also committed to regular charitable contributions through monthly salary donations, helping to boost the final fundraising total.
Supporting Vital Palliative Care Services
Jonathan McKeown, CEO of CRASH Services and Chairman of JMK Solicitors, praised the efforts of both teams and highlighted the importance of supporting hospice services:
“Each year, our staff nominate a charity that is close to their hearts. This year our team felt it was important to concentrate our efforts on raising funds to support the crucial palliative care services of NI Hospice & Children’s Hospice.
Over the past year, the collaborative efforts of JMK and CRASH personnel have raised over £46,000 through dedicated fundraising, participation in a wide range of events as well as donations from their salaries. We hope this amount will make an impact to the important work the Hospice carries out in our communities.”
NI Hospice Thanks Staff for Their Commitment
Speaking on behalf of NI Hospice and Children’s Hospice, Corporate Fundraiser Kelly Roulston expressed gratitude for the organisations’ support:
“We cannot thank CRASH Services and JMK Solicitors teams enough for their generous support. Seeing the hard work the two teams have put into raising such an amazing figure is truly inspiring and will help us to continue providing our essential palliative care services to those who need our help the most.”
Making a Real Difference
The £46,024.48 raised will help NI Hospice and Children’s Hospice continue providing specialist care, support and comfort to individuals and families facing life-limiting and life-threatening illnesses across Northern Ireland.
The success of the partnership highlights the generosity of staff, customers and supporters who contributed throughout the year and reflects the ongoing commitment of both organisations to giving back to their local communities.
Find Out More About NI Hospice and Children’s Hospice
To learn more about the services provided by NI Hospice and Children’s Hospice, access support, or make a donation, visit:
