Virtual Christmas Donation Bucket
09 December 2020
The need for our services has never been greater than now.
Nerve Tumours UK provides vital medical care to thousands of people affected by Neurofibromatosis (NF) in the UK. Children, teenagers and adults often get misdiagnosed by medical professionals who are simply unaware of Neurofibromatosis, despite it being one of the most common neuro-genetic conditions.
With half of all people with Nerve Tumours having no previous family history of NF, it can happen to anyone. Our Specialist NF Nurses provide expert medical care for families, carers and friends affected by NF throughout the UK. This year our income has been drastically reduced with many fundraising events being cancelled. Nonetheless, we kept our promise and welcomed 2 Specialist NF Nurses to the team.
We know this is a difficult time for everyone. That’s why, this Christmas, we’re asking for any small donations you can spare for our Christmas Virtual Bucket Appeal - If everyone gives a little and shares a lot, with your help we can provide a better quality of life for people with NF, making their every day better.
Our NF community needs you now more than ever, every £1 counts. Thank you for your support.
Start your own Virtual Bucket for NF and set up your fundraiser
Go the extra mile and set up your own virtual bucket collection from your home! Spread holiday cheer to our NF community by setting up your own JustGiving page.
We’re always here for you if you have any questions but here are some tips to get started –
- Visit https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/NTUKVirtualDonationBucket- Link your fundraising to this page and your donations will go towards our services to make your every day better.
- Click “Fundraise for us” and follow the step by step instructions
- Include your story of why your fundraising for Nerve Tumours UK and a photograph, so people know exactly why they should donate
- Share your story on social media and with family and friends. Let people know why you need their support.
Check out our social media fundraising images to help your virtual collection go even further! Don’t forget to share your JustGiving or Facebook donate link when you post!
Every Penny Helps!
Your fundraising efforts go a long way to support our NF community, times are hard right now, but things are even harder for people affected by Neurofibromatosis – You can help make their every day better.
Here’s how your donations will help; you can even use these on your social media channels too!
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