Central Sussex Hospitals Branch

Bucket and Spade Appeal

The Bucket & Spade Appeal aims to raise funds for the family holidays provided by UNISON Welfare. Although there has been a huge growth in tourism a quarter of the UK’s population, including many families with children, are excluded from taking holidays, mainly because they cannot afford them.

Our family holiday service provides a much needed break to families whose very difficut circumstances mean they have the most to gain from the stress relief that a holiday can bring. Thanks to the many volunteers who have taken part in our sponsored events, and the support of branches, members and staff we have raised over £250,000 so far.  All the monies raised for the appeal are held in a restricted fund to be used exclusively for family holidays.

Please consider making a donation. If you are a UK tax payer UNISON Welfare can claim back the tax on your donation making it worth nearly a third more at no extra cost to you (applies to individuals only).

Cheques should be made payable to UNISON Welfare and sent to Bucket & Spade Appeal, UNISON Welfare 1 Mabledon Place London WC1H 9AJ. Please ensure you mark your envelope ‘Bucket & Spade Appeal’ to ensure your donation goes to our restricted fund to be used exclusively for family holidays. You can also donate online.