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  • Emily shines on BBC's Children in Need!

    Published 28/11/24, by Lauren Smith

    We’re so proud of Emily, who recently featured on BBC Children in Need to share the incredible work we do at Little Miracles!

    Emily was a superstar, and her enthusiasm for what we offer shone brightly. Plus, she gave Pudsey the biggest hug ever—if you haven’t seen the heart-warming moment yet, check out the video below.

    Our ultimate goal is to create a world where every child, regardless of their abilities, has the opportunity to reach their full potential, and where families feel understood, supported, and connected.

    To find out more about how you can support children like Emily please click here.

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  • Delicious Ideas Food Group donate goody bags to our Great Eastern runners

    Published 16/10/24, by Lauren Smith

    For several years Delicious Ideas Food Group, a family-owned food and drink wholesaler, has been a valued supporter of ours. Their ongoing generosity has allowed us to provide vital food and drink to families of children with additional needs, disabilities, and life-limiting conditions—especially during these tough times, when the cost-of-living crisis is hitting many hard.

    Delicious Ideas’ regular donations of surplus stock has meant we can offer essentials to families who need them most. But their support goes beyond everyday items. This year they also provided goody bags for all our runners at the 2024 Great Eastern Run. Packed with energy-boosting treats, these goody bags brought a smile to every participant, giving them the fuel they needed to finish strong!

    "Thank you for your support and especially the generous goody bags—they are much appreciated!"

    "Best goody bags I’ve ever received!"

    "Just what I needed after a casual 13 miles!"

    We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of the event, whether you were cheering from the sidelines, baking, donating or even woofing (yes, our four-legged friends were a huge hit!).  Together we raised nearly £10,000 for Little Miracles.

    Little Miracles Volunteer manager, Sarah Woodbine, says  "Donations from Delicious Ideas mean we can make a difference to our families’ lives. We not only use them at activities and events but regularly use them to feed our families at the centre. The donations mean we can provide a nutritious meal to our families and this means a lot to them and us”

    We look forward to working closely with Delicious Ideas in the future. Their ongoing generosity continues to help us make a real difference in the lives of families who need it most.

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  • Little Miracles stars on the new Peterborough Monopoly board, launched in time for Christmas!

    Published 11/10/24, by Louise Evans

    On Friday, we were thrilled to attend the launch of the Peterborough Monopoly board which was launched at the home of Peterborough United, one of the most expensive squares on the new board.

    Little Miracles was voted as one of two of the 'Community Chest' spaces alongside Light Project Peterborough, and we are absolutely thrilled to have been recognised as one of the city's most important assets.

    Our CEO Michelle's son, Oliver adores playing Monopoly and his face was an absolute picture when he met 90 year-old Mr Monopoly with his legendary top hat and twirly moustache!

    If you are looking for a present that the whole family can play together this winter then we would thoroughly recommend the Peterborough edition of Monopoly... although we warn you, Monopoly games can go on for days!

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  • Improving Young People's Mental Health Naturally

    Published 09/10/24, by Vicki O'Brien

    On World Mental Health Day, Little Miracles shares simple yet effective strategies to help young individuals improve their mental health naturally.

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  • Supporter Spotlight - Barratt Homes

    Published 27/09/24, by Georgia Handley

    We are incredibly grateful to Barratt Homes as they continue to support us as their Charity of Choice. 

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  • Big Van Banger raises £2,630!

    Published 17/09/24, by Vicki O'Brien

    On August 26, Trackstar Racing hosted the Big Van Charity Banger at the Adrian Flux Arena.

    Recognised as one of the most popular events of the year, this car meet has helped raise awareness and a significant amount for charity over the years. This year, the team at Trackstar selected Little Miracles as the event's charity partner and raised a staggering £2,630.65!   

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  • Media coverage following the Strictly launch show!

    Published 16/09/24, by Louise Evans

    We are getting lots of press attention following our primetime appearance on the launch show of Strictly Come Dancing on Saturday!

    BBC radio reporter Tom Jackson visited The Spinney this morning to chat to our CEO, Michelle King, about Nick Knowles' visit:

     

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  • Football fun in Fenland

    Published 13/09/24, by Vicki O'Brien

    Gemma Westley, Volunteer at Fenland Branch launches football sessions off the back of Little Miracles families asking for sporting sessions for children with additional needs. 

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  • Stirling Maynard conquer Scarfell Pike!

    Published 13/09/24, by Vicki O'Brien

    During the summer, a team of eleven colleagues from Stirling Maynard Consulting Engineers travelled into the Northern wilderness to conquer the tallest mountain in England! Scafell Pike measures 978m (3,209 ft) high and is home to the highest standing water in England, known as Broad Crag Tarn.  

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  • BBC Report on Hundreds of SEN kids missing from school

    Published 11/09/24, by Louise Evans

    On the 10th September 2024 the BBC reported that hundreds of children with special educational needs (SEN) are completely missing from education in England, analysis suggests.

    Children with SEN make up 22% of the 2,900 children not enrolled at a school or being suitably educated elsewhere - which is disproportionately high, as 16% of children in state education have SEN, the report says.

    Children's commissioner Dame Rachel de Souza, who produced it, said provision for children with SEN was “the number one thing that needs sorting out alongside attendance to make sure our kids can go to school”.

    The Department for Education said the report showed there were "far too many children falling through the cracks".

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  • Strictly Come Dancing comes to Little Miracles!

    Published 11/09/24, by Louise Evans

    On a sunny afternoon in August we had a very exciting visit from the Strictly Come Dancing film crew and one of this years' contestants, Nick Knowles!

    Nick has been a huge supporter of Little Miracles since 2013 when, along with the BBC DIYSOS team, he built our Head Office as part of the Children in Need Million Pound Build. 

    (BBC One - Strictly Come Dancing Launch Show 2024)

    When asked what returning to Little Miracles meant to him, Nick said;

    “It was so lovely to revisit Little Miracles and see how both the children and the charity have grown. To walk through the Chris Beardshaw designed gardens and the Nina Campbell designed interiors and see it all being put to maximum use to improve the lives of the young people and families the centre looks after.

    I was also so touched by the support of the kids and staff for my time on Strictly - I’m going to work extra hard and do my best to stay in the competition as long as possible to give them someone to cheer for on Saturday nights.

    It’s impossible to overstate the difference Michelle and her team make to so many people’s lives day in and day out and I urge anyone in the area who can to support Little Miracles.

    I was overjoyed to find the local fire service and military units along with other companies who helped us build still involved in maintaining the centre.

    My DIY SOS family and I send our love and support to them all and once again all praise must go to the hundreds of volunteer trades and suppliers who with their generosity made the building of the wonderful Little Miracles centre possible 11 years ago”

    Nick was very excited to be taking part in this year's Strictly Come Dancing and chose Little Miracles as the location for his section of the launch show which was aired on Saturday night.  Up until now we have been sworn to secrecy, but now that the show has launched we cannot wait to support Nick as much as possible! We think that alongside his partner, Luba Mushtuk, they have a huge chance of getting all the way to Blackpool, and beyond! 

    Everyone at Little Miracles wishes Nick all the luck in the world and will be voting for him every week! If you would like to vote for Nick (for free) so that he can "keeeeeeeep dancing!" please follow the link below.

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  • South Holland branch are having a ball!

    Published 02/09/24, by Louise Evans

    On Saturday 28th September our South Holland branch will be hosting a fundraising ball!

    The theme for the night is 'Black Tie with a Hollywood Theme', so what better way to kickstart the autumn than to gather a group of friends or colleagues and dance the night away?! 

    There are different ticket prices available, all of which include a welcome drink, a deluxe three-course meal and a fabulous night of entertainment. There will also be a raffle and silent auction.

    Table sponsorship packages are available at £75 per table and will fund the wine for the table and welcome drinks. Table sponsors will receive advertising and reduced-price entry tickets.

    Members of Little Miracles will also receive reduced-price tickets.

    So grab your tickets now and let's have a ball! All in aid of local families who have children with additional needs, disabilities and life-limiting conditions.

    Please note that this is an 18+ event.

    Any questions please call 01406 709508 or email holbeach@littlemiraclescharity.org.uk.

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