Proud pupils raise £8,900 for children’s hospital campaign
Schools across Wickersley Partnership Trust have raised £8,986 supporting the Pride of Yorkshire fundraising campaign in aid of Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity.
The project, which is the charity’s biggest ever fundraising campaign, has seen students across several of the trust’s schools – including Clifton Community School, Aston Lodge Primary School and Rawmarsh Sandhill Primary School – paint their own lion cubs in bright colours and patterns, joining other schools and community groups taking part in ‘Little Pride’.
Monkwood Primary School and Aston Hall Junior School also organised their own fundraising events. Monkwood took part in a Sponsored Safari Treasure Hunt, combining teamwork, problem-solving and outdoor adventure to raise vital funds.
At Aston Hall, staff and students joined forces for a sponsored danceathon, dancing through the day in neon colours, to support the cause.
The completed lion cubs will form part of a spectacular display in streets, parks and other public spaces across the region this summer.
Helen O’Brien, CEO at Wickersley Partnership Trust, said: “We are so proud of the collective effort across our Trust in raising such an outstanding amount for a charity that plays a vital role in supporting children and families across our region.
"Promoting active citizenship is central to our School Pledges, and it is hugely encouraging to see our schools, students and staff working together to make a real difference to such an important cause.”
Funds raised through this project will support the ongoing work of Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity, helping to provide vital care, equipment and support for children and families when they need it most.