Families and fundraisers came together to launch a special half term activity in Cardiff to support a leading end of life charity’s 40th annual Great Daffodil Appeal campaign.
To help highlight Marie Curie’s annual flagship fundraiser, which takes place throughout February and March, people across South Wales are invited to join the Daffodil Trail at Morgan Quarter in the city until February 21, in exchange for a donation. The trail launched on Monday, with those taking part collecting jigsaw pieces across the site to create a daffodil image made by local artist Bethan Richards.
Leaflets and stickers are available from Pen and Paper in the Royal Arcade for families to collect, before spotting the jigsaw pieces in independent stores throughout the arcade and matching them to the stickers provided. Once the jigsaw is complete, a print of the image will be available to pick up at the final store.
Fundraising volunteer Richard Edwards is a member of the Cardiff Fundraising Group. He said: “Coming together with fellow volunteers every February and March to support collections and host our own fundraising activity is something I always look forward to.
“I volunteer for Marie Curei because I’ve seen first-hand the difference their support makes. Family members and close friends of mine have benefited from their care during the most difficult times, and the compassion, dignity and practical help they provide goes far beyond what many people realise. Volunteering is my way of giving something back to a charity that has been there for the people I care about, ensuring other families receive the same comfort and support when they need it most.”
Artist Bethan said: “It’s been such a joy to create the artwork for the 40th Daffodil Appeal. As a Cardiff local, it’s always especially meaningful to work on projects for families in my own community. Marie Curie provides so much support during some of life’s most difficult moments, and it’s a privilege to contribute in a creative way. I hope the puzzle trail encourages families to explore and spend time together, while raising awareness of the care the charity provides.”
Marie Curie Companion volunteer, Hazel Orchard, said: “Being able to contribute to Marie Curie’s work is so rewarding and it’s important that as many people as possible get involved in the 40th Great Daffodil Appeal and Go Yellow fundraisers. My work as a Companion volunteer in the hospital has allowed me to learn so much about end of life, and providing that support to people at end of life is so fulfilling.”
If you can’t make the Daffodil Trail, you can still support the Great Daffodil Appeal by doing your own Go Yellow fundraiser. Get together with friends, family and colleagues to bake a yellow treat, dress in something yellow, or choose your own activity to turn yellow. When you sign up, Marie Curie will provide you with everything you need to make going yellow as easy as possible.
