While many of us will spend the summer cheering on our teams in the FIFA World Cup from living rooms, pubs and gardens, thousands of local families will need something else close to home too: compassionate hospice care.
And at the heart of this campaign is a simple but important truth: hospice care doesn’t just happen inside our hospice buildings.
Behind front doors. Around kitchen tables. In living rooms. In ordinary moments that suddenly become incredibly precious.
Our community teams are there day and night for local families, bringing specialist nursing care, emotional support and reassurance when it matters most.
With demand for hospice care continuing to grow, especially from people needing help at home, your support has never mattered more.
Patients like Sujata, who experienced the impact of hospice care firsthand, to colleagues like Sarah, who deliver support to families. Together, their stories bring to life what hospice care in the community means.
More people in our area are living with progressive illness and life-limiting conditions at a younger age. Last year alone, we supported 555 people aged under 45 across our communities.
Behind every number is a family navigating the unimaginable, while holding on to everyday moments together at home.
That is why our community team’s work is so vital. And it is why your support today could make a difference for local families tomorrow.
£5 a month could help a patient at home reach our OneCall service day and night for support.
£10 a month could help a patient receive specialist hospice care in the comfort of their own home.
£20 a month could fund an hour of hospice nursing care, bringing comfort and support to a patient who needs us most.
Regular giving helps us plan, respond quickly and be there for local families whenever the call comes.
If you become a regular giver before 14 September 2026, you will get free entries into our Summer Raffle, giving you the chance to win a Fred. Olsen cruise!
It’s Coming Home with the football this World Cup – so why not fundraise during our campaign?
17 – 27 June
Across the 10 days of England’s World Cup group games, your one-off donations will be matched thanks to the kindness of local businesses.
Buy tickets as a one-off or become a regular giver to get free entries into the draw to win a memorable Fred.Olsen Cruise Line holiday!
Join our team! A donation for as little as £5 a month can have a huge impact on the care we provide in your local community.
Open to schools, local clubs or just if you’re having a go in your garden! Take on the challenge and support your local hospice.
“Knowing Mum was in the safe hands of the hospice gave us such peace of mind. Having the 24/7 support of OneCall phone line was amazing, you just felt reassured knowing support was there whenever you needed it.”
“St Elizabeth Hospice’s support meant we could see Mum happy again. The final part of life is difficult, but the hospice understands how to support the person and their whole family.”
“What I give is really just the equivalent of the cost of a fancy cup of coffee per month, but I know this money makes a real difference. I don’t think many people realise the impact even a small amount can make.”
If you make a one-off donation between 17 – 27 June (the time covering England’s first 3 matches at the FIFA World Cup) your donation will be doubled at no extra cost to you!
Thanks to the generosity of local businesses, totalled donations up to £9,500 will be matched, raising hospice donations up to £19,000!
Buy tickets by completing the form. Tickets cost £2.50 each.
Entry Deadline: Monday 14 September.
Draw Date: Wednesday 16 September.
Departing from Southampton, staying on-board Borealis for a 3-night Belgium mini cruise on 18 January 2027. D Grade ocean view cabin.
“Each day is unique – every patient an individual, and each OneCall call presents a new opportunity to help. Often, it’s the small actions that have the greatest impact to somebody’s life, when support matters most.”
“Having the chance to get to know patients as people, helps us provide the holistic, compassionate care that we strive to give and receiving support at home is often where people feel the most comfortable which is so important to our team.”
“It is extremely rewarding to care for people during such a significant time in their lives. Helping them achieve their care wishes during their most difficult times is a real privilege.”
To mark the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 60 years since England last won the tournament, we are inviting schools and community groups to take part in the Keepy Uppy Challenge and help support local hospice care.
We are thankful for the kindness and generosity of local businesses who have decided to support us by donating a portion of profits from some of their sales.
While you are enjoying a meal or drink this summer you may see one of our ‘table talkers’.
We are trying to raise awareness of our services in the community and a host of wonderful hospitality venues have agreed to show their support.
The Plough, Twenty5, Spa Pavillion Restaurant, Alba Chiara, White Horse, The Dooley Inn, YEO group, Woolpack, Arcade Tavern, Curve Bar Ipswich, The Douglas Bader, The Brickmakers Arms, Brewers Arms Ipswich, The Kesgrave Bell, Shamrock, The Raven, Three Wise Monkeys, The Red Lion, The Anchor, Woodbridge Sandwich Shop, Ramsholt Arms and The Woodyard Ltd.
25p per slice of cake sold in June and August will be donated to the hospice.
10p per pint sold during England Games will be donated to support the hospice.