Thank you for coming along to the fifth Dacorum Steam and Country Fayre in aid of The Hospice of St Francis. It promises to be a fantastic weekend with so many things to see and do.
By coming along and supporting this fun-filled event, you are playing a special part in ensuring that St Francis will be there for those that might need us one day. Illness takes us by surprise. Many of you that are attending this event may have had a connection with St Francis and care about the work of the Hospice – special, unique and dignified care that must continue for our community.
The money raised over this weekend is ensuring that we can continue our essential service for the patients and families who depend on us. In the last year, we have cared for over 700 patients in our Inpatient Unit, Day Hospice, or at home, as well as supporting 650 family members and friends through difficult times.
All our care is free, we need over £4million to run our services each year and we rely on support of the local community and groups, like Dacorum Steam & Machinery Preservation Society, for over 80% of our funding. Simply, we could not do it without you.
Over the past 4 years, this event has raised over £37,000 and we would like to thank Dacorum Steam & Machinery Preservation Society and their families and friends for all their hard work in organising what is a truly spectacular and enjoyable event for the entire family.
Enjoy!
Harriet Karia
Community Fundraising Manager – Hospice of St Francis
