The Tynedale Hospice at Home’s initiative, now in its second year, had 315 trees registered, raising over £6,650 to support at-home care services.
Registrations increased by one-third compared to last year, putting the charity second nationally in terms of growth.
(L to R) Marcus, MKM Building Supplies, Nuala, Tynedale Hospice at Home volunteer, and Kieran, Hospice Furniture staff (Image: Supplied) Matthew Crowe, fundraising and events officer at the hospice, said: “We’d like to thank our local businesses, volunteers, and everyone who registered their trees for collection.
“The growth of our collection service truly shows the support we have from our community, and income raised will help local families get support when they need us most.”
The charity thanked MKM Building Supplies, Inhouse Designs Hexham, and The Hextol Foundation for providing vans and staff for the collection on January 9 and 10.
InHouse staff and their van during the Christmas tree collection (Image: Supplied) The tree collection was sponsored by Harry Douglas Estate Agency.
Mr Douglas said: “It was a privilege to be involved in the collection this year, helping to fund the marketing and increase the awareness of this essential fundraiser.
“As a local business, it is great to be able to support a cause that benefits those within our community.”
Hextol Foundation staff and their van during the Christmas tree collection (Image: Supplied) This year, Tynedale Hospice at Home also partnered with The Hextol Foundation, a charity that will receive 15 per cent of the funds raised to support work placements for local people with learning difficulties and mental health problems.
Bruce Howorth, CEO at The Hextol Foundation, said: “We’re proud to be involved in this incredible initiative with Tynedale Hospice at Home.
“It’s amazing that the funds raised will not only benefit the hospice’s important work but also support working opportunities for people in our community.”