It is with a heavy heart that we have to announce the closure of You Raise Me Up due to a lack of ongoing financial support.

We have loved being able to support so many families for the last 15 years in memory of Megan and Jane Brooks.
We would like to thank everyone who has supported the charity for the past 15 years and we are so grateful to have had this opportunity for as long as we have.
We also pay tribute to all our staff, counsellors and supporters – including many local businesses – for all the hard work they have done. It has been a privilege working with everyone.
You Raise Me Up has been an incredibly special place for so many and we will treasure the experiences we have had and the wonderful families we have met.
This decision has not been easy and we have explored all viable options, but unfortunately due to a lack of sustained financial support and rising operational costs we can no longer operate.
This is an incredibly difficult time and we know how much upset this will cause. But we are immensely proud of everything You Raise Me Up has achieved. Megan and Jane’s legacy will continue beyond the organisation itself.
As of now we will no longer be operating. Our priority now is to ensure a responsible and compassionate wind-down.
Should you have any questions, please email trustees@youraisemeup.co.uk

The Daily Mirror Pride of Britain ITV Meridian Fundraiser Award Winner 2018

Grieving sister nominated for Daily Mirror Pride of Britain Fundraiser of the Year Award

Losing anyone to unexpectedly to suicide is a painful thought, made even more unbearable when they are one your closest friends.

This is what Bexhill based Hannah Richards went through when her younger brother took his own life on his birthday.

It’s been a year since this happened but Hannah’s been pushing past her grief to raise awareness on male suicide.

She has already raised thousands of pounds for charity.

Pride of Britain winner for east of ITV Meridian revealed

The finalist chosen to represent the eastern part of the ITV Meridian region at this year’s Daily Mirror Pride of Britain awards is Hannah Richards from Bexhill, who becomes a Pride of Britain Fundraiser of the Year.

The winner was chosen by a panel including the actors and fundraisers, Sarah Parish and James Murray; the MasterChef Winner, Shelina Permalloo; and Kim White OBE from Kent Police.

http://www.itv.com/news/meridian/2018-10-05/pride-of-britain-winner-for-east-of-itv-meridian-revealed/