Your fundraising stories

Here are some of the stories from some of our fantastic supporters who have raised funds for St Ann's.

We're so grateful to our community for helping us to raise the thousands of pounds needed each and every year to keep our services running.

If you are interested in sharing your experience of fundraising to inspire others, please get in touch with our communications team by emailing communications@sah.org.uk.

Kevin’s Story

School teacher Kevin McGrath, took on a 48 mile challenge for #TeamStAnns in just one weekend to raise vital funds...

Chris and Sarah’s Story

Supporters Sarah and Chris Wilson raised over £1,900 for St Ann's after hosting virtual bingo fundraisers throughout lockdown.

The Shaw and Frank Families Story

The Shaw and Frank families took part in the Manchester Virtual Walk in 2019 to help raise vital funds for...

Teresa’s Story

Supporter Teresa is taking on an extraordinary challenge in 2021 by running and walking 2021km in a bid to raise...

Adam Collis - schoolboy fundraiser

Adam’s Story

Schoolboy, Adam Collis spent half-term cycling 50 laps around his local park in a bid to raise vital funds for...

Dehrne Hancock Abseiling

Dehrne’s Story

As St Ann's marks it's 50 years of support to the Greater Manchester community, supporter Dehrne Hancock is remembering her...

Broadstone Mill’s Story

Employees at Stockport shopping outlet is helping to raise vital funds for St Ann's with a sponsored walk undertaken by...

Emma and Patrick’s Story

Football fans Emma and Patrick are turning their love for the game into a charitable fundraising event with an exciting...

Lesley’s Story

St Ann's health care assistant, Lesley Turner is taking on the Manchester Virtual Walk 10km challenge this year in a...

Neil, Keith, Sean and Eddie’s Story

Four friends took on the ultimate post-lockdown adventure by cycling the length of Britain in late May in a bid...

James and Andrew’s Story

Supporters James Hoskison and Andrew Wilding along with 30 other walkers took on the Walk of Hope, a 12-mile challenge...

Sandra Rycroft in homemade banner for the Manchester Virtual Walk

Cheadle and Gatley WI’s Story

Members of Cheadle and Gatley Women's Institute will be donning their fashionable flares and florals for the Manchester Virtual Walk...

Neil’s Story

Hear from our supporter Neil about the care and support he and his mum received, and why he’s dedicating a...

Amanda and the Clayton Family’s Story

Hear from our supporter Amanda about the care her mum received from St Ann's, and why the Clayton family are...

Imelda’s Story

Hear from our supporter Imelda about her experience taking part in Will Month in 2022, and leaving a gift to...

David’s Story

David Rhead is getting back in the saddle to take on the challenge of 130 miles in the Tour de...

Team DAY’s Story

A group of colleagues have come together to cycle 100km in the Tour de Manc for St Ann’s Hospice

Dave and Terry’s story

Dave Callan is supporting this year's Light up a Life appeal in memory of his twin brother Terry.

Julie’s story

Hear from our supporter Julie about her experience taking part in Will Month, and remembering St Ann's Hospice in her...

Jodie, Amanda and Sarah’s Story

Jodie, along with 27 supporters took on the Manchester Virtual Walk in aid of St Ann's in tribute to her...

John & Joyce’s story

John and Joyce made their Will during St Ann’s Will Week. Joyce tells us about their experience.

Sheila’s Story

Sheila Alam has been giving to St Ann's regularly after her son, Amjid, received care at our hospice before he...

Matt’s Story

Supporter Matt will tackle the National Three Peaks Challenge this month in memory of his late uncle.

Sam’s Story

Supporter, Sam raised over £800 for St Ann's by taking on a marathon in aid of St Ann's in memory...

Susan’s Story

Susan braved the shave for St Ann's by cutting off all her hair with friends, family and colleagues sponsoring her...

Natalie’s Story

St Ann's employee, Natalie Birmingham is taking on a 13.1 mile challenge, the equivalent to the Great North Run to...

Stan and Mike’s Story

Newsagents Stan and Mike have been collecting money for St Ann's for several years and during that time the pair...

John’s Story

Avid gardener John has been putting his green thumb to good use by hosting a range of virtual garden tours...

Tilly’s Story

Young supporter Tilly Taylor from Wigan has chopped off more than ten inches of her hair to raise money for...

Dylan’s Story

Avid gamer Dylan raised over £1,300 for St Ann's during lockdown after completing a live stream gaming tournament.

Philip from Philip Anthony Associates

Philip Anthony Associates Story

Philip Anthony Associates is supporting St Ann's throughout the year to help assist our supporters to write a Will and...

Matthew Watson of Butcher and Barlow LLP

Butcher and Barlow LLP Story

Butcher and Barlow LLP is supporting St Ann's throughout the year to help assist our supporters to write a Will...

Woodford Walkers Story

Woodford Walkers support St Ann’s in Midnight Walk style.

Emma and Neil’s story

Emma and Neil cycled from Liverpool to Leeds in 24 hours. Emma tells us their story.

Shirley’s story

Shirley has volunteered with us for 20 years on reception, at fundraising events and in our shops. She reflects on...

Spiral Group’s Story

The Spiral Group, a company based in Bolton, has been supporting St Ann's since 2019 when they took part in...

Keira’s story

Keira, aged four, fundraised in memory of her Gogo

The Kelly family’s story

The Kellys have taken part in a number of different fundraising events, from runs to cake sales to open mic...

Dave’s story

Dave wanted to thank St Ann’s for the care they gave his mum.

Maria’s Story

Maria Johnson is running the Great Manchester Run for St Ann's

Barbara Thackray 10K run fundraising

Barbara’s story

Barbara took her first 10k race in her stride at the ripe age of 77, finishing in a creditable time...