A WORCESTERSHIRE charity is preparing to collect Christmas trees across the Vale as part of its fifth annual Treecycle campaign.
The annual fundraising campaign by the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust helps fund practical, financial, and emotional support for families affected by childhood cancer throughout Worcestershire, Herefordshire and Gloucestershire.
From January 9 to 12 festive volunteers will collect trees from residents’ front gardens around Evesham, Pershore and Broadway district.
Supporters who register their unwanted Christmas tree for collection will have the opportunity to make a small donation to help towards the £700,000 needed per year to run the charity.
In addition, the charity funds research into rare and aggressive childhood cancers, educates families and clinicians about the signs and symptoms of childhood cancer and provides information to help children and families understand treatments.
Abbie Bissell-Blazier campaign manager & charity fundraiser said: “We are so excited to be able to run our Treecycle again this year.
“The campaign helps fund essential support for oncology children, but it is also a fun, festive way for local businesses and residents to come together to help make a difference.
“We are so grateful for all the support we have received already from volunteers and business owners.”
Some of the local businesses confirmed to be volunteering their services this year include Green Cable, The Marquee Company of Worcestershire, Dormer Plant Hire and Vietec.
One resident who used the service last year described the process as ‘very easy’ and was pleased to be able to support good cause at the same time.
They added: “It has always been a bit of a problem about what to do with the tree so when we spotted the information at our local garden centre we were so pleased to sign up. We will be back again next Christmas.”
Residents will need to register their tree online for collection by tomorrow Tuesday, January 7 at 6pm.
Visit www.gkcct.org/christmas-treecycle for more information.
