During Covid a long-lasting partnership began that has been making a profound difference to numerous families of children with additional needs, disabilities and life-limiting conditions.
In six-weeks' time, Nick Leaton, a Little Miracles Supporter will be embarking on a gruelling cycling challenge called Chase the Sun. This 205-mile cycling route starts in Minster-on-Sea, and covers a diverse cross-section of London, countryside and UK history until it finally ends at Weston-Super-Mare! If that wasn’t challenging enough, the full route needs to be completed in daylight and incorporates 3000m of elevation along the way!
Crown Packaging in Peterborough applied to their worldwide charitable giving programme and won an extraordinary $25,000 USD for Little Miracles!
Time really does fly when you're making a difference! On Saturday 12th April, the Little Miracles St Neots Branch threw the ultimate birthday bash to celebrate 10 amazing years of supporting families in our community—and what a party it was!
Let’s rewind a little…
Back on 10th April 2015, we held our very first event at Eat n Bowl with over 50 wonderful people joining us. Since that day, we’ve grown into a thriving hub for local families, running all sorts of fun activities and offering support in every way we can. From trips to the Sealife Centre and chilled-out picnics to tie-dye crafts and legendary Christmas parties, it’s been a joyful, jam-packed decade.
And when times got tough during COVID, we didn’t skip a beat. We got creative with online sessions, delivered activity packs to doorsteps, and even organised Santa visits—right to families' front doors.
The Big Birthday Party...
This year’s celebration was one to remember. DJ Alex (a proud member of one of our families!) kept the vibes high with music, while kids got stuck into all sorts of fun—think bouncy castles, messy play with shaving foam, LEGO towers, glitter tattoos, arts and crafts, and decorating the most delicious cupcakes and biscuits.
We also had a bit of magic—literally! JJ from Magic Touch had everyone in awe with his spellbinding tricks. And no birthday party is complete without food, right? We finished the day with tasty party snacks and a stunning rainbow cake from Jennie’s Cakes & Catering. Yum!
And just when you thought it couldn’t get any sweeter—every child went home with an Easter egg, generously donated by Tesco’s Community Champions, Hotel Chocolat, and Skanska. Thank you so much for your kindness and support!
💛 Why We Do What We Do
Little Miracles supports families who have children with additional needs, disabilities, and life-limiting conditions. With 18 branches (and growing!), we offer everything from emotional support and advice to practical help like filling out DLA/PIP forms, fun family events, and peer connection. You can find out more about how we help here.
✨ And here’s what some of our lovely families had to say about the celebration:
“We had a fantastic time! Thank you so much x” – Ellen
“We both had a lovely time, thank you x” – Sara
“We had a great time – thank you very much! xx” – Kim
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you to everyone who has supported us, celebrated with us, or been part of our journey over the last 10 years. Here’s to the next 10 and beyond.
Stuart Leith from ITV News reports on how parents of children with additional needs and disabilities are worried about a change to council budgeting and the impact this will have on SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) support.
On Wednesday 19th February we opened our newest branch in Downham Market!
Over the last year, some of our young people who attend Fenland Youth Club have braved the elements and been meeting every Tuesday at March Town Cricket Club to take part in football training.
Last week we were visited by the National Highways Agency and in particular the Asset Community East who presented a cheque for £2,000 following a donation made just before Christmas.
Our Annual Report for year-ending 31st March 2024 was published by the Charity Commission this week.
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The charity sector says rises in National Insurance payments for employers will cost it more than £1 billion, as ITV News Consumer Editor Chris Choi reports.
A big welcome to PaperDrop who have become Silver Ambassadors!
At the beginning of December, Beeboon were thrilled to announce that they would be supporting an incredible charity that helps families with children who have additional needs, disabilities and life-limiting conditions.
For every £20 customers spend with them this month, they will donate £1 to our vital work.