Willow Foundation
 The Willow Foundation is a national charity that provides quality of life and quality of time for seriously ill young adults (aged 16-40) through the provision of special days.
The Foundation defines seriously ill as any condition that is life threatening. To date special days have been organised for young adults living with, amongst others: cancer, motor neurone disease, cystic fibrosis, organ failure and the later stages of multiple sclerosis. All applications must meet the Foundation's medical criteria and be endorsed by a medical professional involved in the individual's care.
 The aim of any special day is to offer 'time out' from treatment and allow seriously ill young adults to spend quality time with friends and/or family whilst pursuing an activity they all enjoy. Each special day is entirely of the applicant's choosing and is organised in meticulous detail. The Foundation funds every aspect of the chosen special day.
For some, a special day is their last chance to fulfil a dream. For others it is the opportunity to return some normality back into their lives. But for all, a special day creates precious memories for the future.
 To date the charity has organised and funded more than 2,000 special days. It is the Foundation's aim to offer a special day to every seriously ill young adult (aged 16-40) in the UK.
Established by Bob Wilson and his wife Megs the Willow Foundation is a lasting memorial to their daughter, Anna, who died of cancer aged 31. Bob is the former Arsenal and Scotland goalkeeper and popular TV presenter.
 The charity's close association with Sunseeker London is intended to help raise funds in order that the Willow Foundation can continue to arrange these special days. Sunseeker London organises events throughout its social calendar such as London based Black Tie Charity Balls and Clay Pigeon shooting to encourage clients to donate towards the charity.
If you would like to help, make a donation, or to find out more about the Willow Foundation, contact: 01707 259777 or go to: www.willowfoundation.org.uk
Willow Foundation
Willow House
18 Salisbury Square
Hatfield
Hertfordshire
AL9 5BE
Registered charity no. 1106746 |
