For the second year running, East of England Coop Funeral Services are our headline sponsor for Suffolk Remembers. Here, we run through with them why they chose to dedicate their time to this event again, ensuring that we make it as special as possible.
Why did your business want to get involved in becoming a corporate sponsor for St Elizabeth Hospice?
We have worked with the St Elizabeth for many years; providing facilities for the hospice and holding seminars for their staff. Being a corporate sponsor means that we can continue to work together to make a difference in the community.
How did you become a sponsor for St Elizabeth Hospice?
We were invited to become a sponsor by St Elizabeth Hospice. Being such a deserving charity who provide and incredible service to our local communities, we are very pleased to be a headline sponsor for Suffolk Remembers.
What has your team/business enjoyed most since being a sponsor for the hospice?
Our team enjoy being part of such a thought-provoking event which helps to support the community with remembering our loved ones, whilst raising money for a great cause.
What activities have your staff/team been involved in since being a sponsor?
A number of our branches get involved in helping to promote Suffolk Remembers, creating window displays and encouraging people to donate a candle in memory of their loved ones. We were also very proud and honoured to carry out and place one of the letters at last year’s Suffolk Remembers event.
What would you say is the best part about being a corporate sponsor for St Elizabeth Hospice?
Many people in our community have used the services of St Elizabeth Hospice over the years, so for us, the Suffolk Remembers event is not only an event which helps us to remember those we have lost but by being a sponsor it means that we can help to promote the event to support others.
What would you say to somebody thinking about becoming a corporate sponsor for St Elizabeth Hospice?
St Elizabeth Hospice does such amazing work providing care to our community. This is a great way of saying thank you and giving something back.