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Willow Foundation

Broadcaster John Wilson makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Willow Foundation.

Broadcaster John Wilson makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Willow Foundation. The UK-wide charity, established in memory of his sister, creates special experiences, short breaks and tailored treat boxes for seriously ill young adults aged between sixteen and forty, helping them spend meaningful time with family and friends.

The Radio 4 Appeal features a new charity every week. Each appeal then runs on Radio 4 from Sunday 0754 for 7 days.

To Give:
- Freephone 0800 404 8144
- Freepost 麻豆社 Radio 4 Appeal. (That鈥檚 the whole address. Please do not write anything else on the front of the envelope). Mark the back of the envelope 鈥榃illow Foundation'.
- Cheques should be made payable to 鈥榃illow Foundation'.
- You can donate online at bbc.co.uk/appeal/radio4
- Please ensure you are donating to the correct charity by checking the name of the charity on the donate page.

Registered Charity Number: 1106746. If you鈥檇 like to find out more about the charity鈥檚 work visit *https://www.willowfoundation.org.uk/
*The 麻豆社 is not responsible for content on external websites

Producer: Katy Takatsuki

Available now

3 minutes

On radio

Thursday 15:27

Willow Foundation

creates unique experiences for seriously ill 16-40-year-olds across the UK. Our Special Days give young adults facing life-limiting conditions something to look forward to, and the chance to make precious memories with loved ones.

Alex鈥檚 story

Alex鈥檚 story
Alex was just 36 when he was diagnosed with an aggressive eye cancer, which is now incurable. What keeps Alex going is his family. Willow arranged a break where he spent time by the sea with his wife, Amie, and young children, Oscar and Phoebe.

Precious time

Precious time
Living with a rare condition can be incredibly isolating. Willow Group Days offer something truly valuable聽鈥撀爐ime with others who are going through something similar, and a chance to build lasting relationships with people who understand.聽

Special memories, together

Special memories, together
Hayley, 39, has metastatic breast cancer. She wanted to use her Special Day for a once-in-a-lifetime experience at the Arsenal training ground, where her daughter met her hero, Willow Ambassador and Lioness, Leah Williamson.

Broadcasts

  • Sunday 07:54
  • Sunday 21:25
  • Thursday 15:27

This week's Radio 4 Appeal

This week's Radio 4 Appeal

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