Macmillan Cancer Support is hosting its annual ‘World’s Biggest Coffee Morning’ next week with fundraisers across the country serving up coffee (and tea) and cake, all in aid of the charity.
To support the event, the charity has issued safety guidance about how people can still host or attend a coffee morning on Friday 25th September, whilst observing Covid-19 restrictions.
Tessa Watson, Wiltshire’s Macmillan regional fundraising manager said, “I want to reassure people that Macmillan takes people’s safety very seriously, which is why we’ve published guidance for hosting and attending a coffee morning on our website.
“The main thing to remember is to adhere to social distancing guidelines, as well as any rules in place in your local area.”
The charity has suggested going cashless wherever possible and is issuing QR code stickers with each coffee morning pack, so guests can scan and donate securely online.
Tessa added, “Nothing stops a coffee morning, and people are really getting behind the Covid-safe ways of hosting. I’ve spoken to people who are offering time slots for attending their coffee morning, afternoon tea boxes, and a stall on their driveway for their street to come and buy items.
“And of course, there are plenty of virtual events happening, with people baking their own goods, meeting online and donating to Macmillan.”
Julian Backhouse at, Macmillan said, “Cancer is not going anywhere and Macmillan is needed now more than ever. Whether it’s creating new services here in Wiltshire, adapting old ones or speaking up on behalf of people with cancer, we’re working tirelessly to ensure they get the vital support they need right now.
“But we’re facing a huge drop in income as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, even though we rely almost entirely on public donations. Please go to coffee.macmillan.org.uk to sign up and help us continue our work.”
For more information or to find a coffee morning being held in your area, visit the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning website: https:// coffee.macmillan.org. uk/hosting/how-to-host/
If you are hosting a coffee morning, we want to hear from you! Send us your photos and tell us how your event went. Send your photos to: news@melkshamnews.co.uk
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