Charity call for Welshpool volunteers

There’s only one chance to give someone the best possible end of life, which is why Marie Curie is calling on Welshpool residents to support its Great Daffodil Appeal this March by giving up a few hours of their time to distribute the charity’s iconic daffodil pins in exchange for a donation.

The Great Daffodil Appeal encourages everyone to wear their daffodil pins and donate to the end of life charity through the month of March to help Marie Curie bring expert end of life care to more people.

The charity’s flagship fundraising event helps raise much needed funds so that Marie Curie Nurses and healthcare professionals can provide expert support and hospice care in the comfort of home and help via its information and support services. This year, collections will be held at stores and town centres across the area throughout March.

Marie Curie is dependent on public donations and last year supporters helped the charity provide direct care to almost 40,000 people across the UK via its hospices (including its Welsh hospice in Penarth) and through overnight nursing care in people’s own homes.

Money raised also funds the charity’s free support line and webchat which is available to anyone with an illness they’re likely to die from and those close to them.

It offers practical and emotional support on everything from managing symptoms, navigating care to financial information, including how to get help with energy bills, and bereavement support.

Victoria Hardy, Marie Curie Senior Community Fundraiser for Wales, said: “We believe everyone deserves the best possible end of life care. The Great Daffodil Appeal, now in its 39^th year, is an easy and fun way to join in and give back to our local community here in the Welshpool area whilst also helping us continue to bring vital hospice care to more people.

“Volunteering is so rewarding, and our friendly team will be on hand to support you all the way. They’ll make sure you have everything you need – including the big yellow hat – and ensure you have the best possible volunteer experience!

“So why not be part of something amazing and volunteer to collect for the Great Daffodil Appeal this March. By giving up your time you’ll be helping Marie Curie continue to provide expert end of life care and support for people with any illness they are likely to die from.”

To find out more about how you can help give people the expert care they need this March visit: Mariecurie.org.uk/daffodil or contact the local Community Fundraising team through 02920 426 068 or walesfundraising@mariecurie.org.uk.

You can also pick up an iconic daffodil pin to support the Great Daffodil Appeal in 2025 in Morrisons, Superdrug, Savers and SPAR stores this March. For more information or to donate go to Mariecurie.org.uk/daffodil