06:00, 31 October 2024
Words by Cheyanne Bryan, Editorial and Campaign Marketing Executive, London
You’ve heard of Christmas Lights being put up to raise money for charity but have you heard of the fundraising tradition during Halloween?
Well this year, Claire Cox, a resident of Kingshill Road in Swindon, has transformed her home with an impressive display of halloween decorations, featuring a towering 12-foot grim reaper and a 7-foot illuminated pumpkin.
This annual tradition serves a dual purpose: to entertain the community and to raise funds for the Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Charity (SANDS), a cause close to Ms. Cox's heart following the loss of her niece.
In an interview with the BBC, Ms. Cox says: "I've been collecting decorations for many years, with friends and family often gifting them for Christmas and birthdays,"
Setting up her front garden, which borders the road, took an impressive eight hours to complete, and the community's response has been overwhelmingly positive, as she aims to raise £1,000 for SANDS this year.
At Smiley Movement, we like to elevate the work of charities across the world. Here are three charities whose causes align with the themes in this article.
Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society (SANDS). This UK charity offers support to anyone affected by the death of a baby before, during, or shortly after birth. They provide resources, support groups, and advocacy for improved care. Find out more.
March of Dimes. This is a US-based nonprofit organisation that works to improve the health of mothers and babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality. Learn more here.
The Lullaby Trust. This charity focuses on reducing the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and provides support for bereaved families. Support them here.
