FORMER Worcester mayor Coun Dr Matt Lamb has handed over a cheque for £15,648 to his chosen charity.
During his year in office, Coun Lamb raised funds for Acorns Children’s Hospice.
He held a variety of fundraising events in support of the charity, which supports local children and teenagers.
Coun Lamb said: “It was a real privilege to serve as mayor of Worcester over the past year, and I am incredibly proud to present this donation to Acorns Children’s Hospice.
“The generosity shown by residents, local organisations and everyone who supported my fundraising events will help to make a meaningful difference.”
Acorns Children’s Hospice provides specialist palliative care for babies, children and young people with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions, and support for their families.
Its three hospices are based in Worcester, off Bath Road, Birmingham and Walsall.
In the past year, the charity has cared for more than 800 children across the West Midlands, and supported over 1,100 families, including those who are bereaved. Children visit Acorns for clinically supported stays, symptom management, emergency and end-of-life care.
The cash raised by Coun Lamb will be used to support Acorns Children’s Hospice’s continued work with families.
Mel Hall, Acorns Children’s Hospice’s community partnerships manager said: “We’re extremely grateful to Coun Lamb and his supporters in the Worcester community for this incredible donation.
“Worcester is home to our Three Counties Hospice, where we provide care for around 230 children and support 330 families every year. More than 75% of the funds we need to deliver this vital care comes from support like this. We couldn’t be there for children and families across Worcester and the West Midlands without such generosity.
“This means the world to everyone at Acorns and the families who need us.”
Coun Tor Pingree was elected as the new mayor of Worcester in May. During her year in office she will be raising money for Onside Advocacy.
