Support Us

We currently receive no funding from Statutory Agencies so we are self funded and rely on donations, grants and fundraising to be able to continue our work.

We are constantly looking for new ways to fundraise and carry on popular events. For this we rely on a small band of volunteers to help us. If you could spare an hour or two and would like to join in with our fundraising activities then we would love to hear from you.

In the past we have been in grateful receipt of funding from grant making organisations:

• Communtiy Fund
• Awards for All
• Children in Need
• Sports Relief
• Scope

We have also been lucky to be supported by organisations such as Plympton and Plymstock Rotary Club, The Police Choir, The Royal Marines, Stonehouse, Power Gen, The Mickey Evans Testimonial Year and many other generous organisations and forums.

There are lots of ways in which you can support us. Why not make this the time that you do that 'One day I'll do that' day and do something a bit crazy and exciting such as abseiling, parachuting, running a marathon and raising funds for Friends and Families of Special Children. We can help by providing sponsorship forms and publicising your activity.

Making a legacy is a great way of making a donation. It always hard to think about what will happen if somebody dies, but there is some comfort in knowing that through their legacy they will be making a huge difference to peoples lives.

We have been very fortunate in being the beneficiary of the monies raised at the memorial service of Sheila Olive Snelling. The very generous cash gift that was donated to us has enabled us to set up a multi-sensory room at Virginia House.

In November each year we hold a Black Tie Charity ball at The Duke of Cornwall Hotel. As well as being a really enjoyable event with lovely food and  music we hold a raffle and an auction. Last year we raised just over £8000 which has enabled us to employ a Part time Young Carers Support Worker and a Sessional Family Activity Co-Ordinator.

Our annual River Tamar boat trip is another fundraising event. Why not join us and enjoy a really lovely trip to Calstock and help us raise some funds.

We are always looking for prizes for our raffles and auctions so if you feel that you may be able to contribute something please give us a call at Virginia House.

This year we are really thrilled to be the nominated Charity forThe Social Action Group at Job Centre Plus, Exeter Street , Plymouth

If you would like to support us in any way please give us a call at Virginia House on 01752 204369 or e mail info@friendsandfamilies.org.uk