SPAR raises £4 million for Marie Curie!

£4 million for Marie Curie!

SPAR UK have raised an incredible £4 million since 2017.

Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end of life charity, providing expert care and support for people with any terminal illness and their loved ones. Through a combination of national campaigns, regional fundraising, and supplier collaborations, SPAR has made a significant impact on the charity’s ability to deliver essential end of life care in communities across the UK.

Ian Taylor, SPAR UK Retail & Brand Development Director said: "We are incredibly proud of the efforts made by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers in supporting Marie Curie. Their dedication has made a tangible difference to the lives of those needing end of life care. Marie Curie Nurses carry out vital work every day and night to support people in their homes, providing expert end of life care and vital emotional support.”

"Our ongoing support is a reflection of our commitment to them and the communities we serve" - Ian Taylor, SPAR UK

Thanks to the generosity of SPAR colleagues, customers, and suppliers, £4 million raised could:

Fund 173,000 hours of vital Marie Curie nursing care for those living with a terminal illness.
Support 102 Marie Curie nursing posts for one year.
Provide care for 2,400 patients through Marie Curie’s Hospice Care at Home service.
Keep all - Marie Curie Hospices running for nearly two months, delivering medical, emotional, and psychological support.

"Thank you so very much to all SPAR colleagues, customers, and suppliers for your continued support for Marie Curie’s work. Together, we are ensuring that people at the end of life, and those close to them, receive the care and compassion they need. We are in awe of your passion and commitment." - Matthew Reed, Marie Curie Chief Executive,

Fundraising for Marie Curie has included:

SPAR own label fundraising – Over £206,000 raised through sales of fresh daffodils and linked CRM campaigns on SPAR Brand products during the Great Daffodil Appeal.
Limited Edition SPAR Brand products – Over £69,000 raised through sales of SPAR Brand sandwiches featuring Marie Curie Nurses.
Event fundraising – SPAR UK has incorporated fundraising into key events, such as their annual golf day and conferences in Gran Canaria and South Africa, with £153,000 raised to date.

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