Simon’s Heroes is proud to have supported Saxon Hill Academy in Lichfield by funding and helping to transform a spare room into a vibrant new sensory space for their Sleepover Club. Saxon Hill Academy is a specialist school for children aged 2–19 with physical disabilities, complex medical needs, and associated...
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A Question of Entertainment Raises £1,000 for Simon’s Heroes!
We’re thrilled to share the success of our recent Charity Quiz Night – A Question of Entertainment, which brought together supporters, friends, and local businesses for a fantastic evening of fun, laughter, and fundraising at Hopwas Social Club. Thanks to the incredible generosity and enthusiasm of everyone involved, we’re delighted...
Simon’s Heroes supports Liberty Jamboree’s new youth facility in Lichfield
Simon’s Heroes was proud to support fellow local charity Liberty Jamboree as they celebrated the opening of their new youth facility at Mitchell Ellis House in Lichfield this month. Liberty Jamboree provides inclusive support, activities and opportunities for young people of all abilities, helping to create a safe and welcoming...
Simon’s Heroes helps Rainbow Room bloom with outdoor improvements
Simon’s Heroes children’s charity has enhanced the outdoor space at the Rainbow Room / Ankermoor Primary, a specialist provision for children with additional needs in the Tamworth area. The charity has provided outdoor storage, play equipment, facias for one of the planters, and an artistic splash of colour to enrich...
Simon’s Heroes Honoured with The King’s Award for Voluntary Service
Simon’s Heroes is incredibly proud to announce that we have been awarded The King’s Award for Voluntary Service — the highest honour a voluntary group can receive in the United Kingdom and the equivalent of an MBE. This prestigious award recognises the outstanding work of volunteer-run organisations across the country....
Simon’s Heroes Grants Molly’s Wish for an Electric Bike
Simon’s Heroes has stepped in to help local girl Molly, who they first supported several years ago. Now aged 11, Molly lives with cerebral palsy and, more recently, a neuromuscular disease that affects her muscles and nerves. Despite the challenges she faces, Molly continues to show incredible strength and determination....
Festive spirit shines at Simon’s Heroes inaugural Abbott Antler Fun Run
On Sunday December 15th, Simon’s Heroes children’s charity held its inaugural Abbott Antler Fun Run in Tamworth Castle Grounds, bringing festive cheer and raising over £700 for their cause. The sell-out fundraising event, originally postponed due to Storm Darragh, invited participants to run or walk a family-friendly 5K while dressed...
Charlie’s new storage space: A gift of freedom and independence.
Sixteen-year-old Charlie Blunt from Tamworth, who lives with cerebellar atrophy, now has a secure shed to store his cherished go-kart and trike, thanks to children’s charity, Simon’s Heroes. Cerebellar atrophy is a neurological condition caused by the progressive shrinking of the cerebellum due to irreversible tissue loss. Charlie’s symptoms include...
Heroes help create haven for Billy
Sixteen-year-old Billy Green from Tamworth who has a rare genetic condition, now has access to a safe and calming outdoor space, thanks to the generous efforts of fundraising group, Simon’s Heroes. Billy lives with Usher’s Syndrome, which causes hearing loss and progressive vision impairment. He is also autistic and experiences...