91Èȱ¬ Children in Need 2008
Introduction
The 91Èȱ¬ Children in Need Appeal launched in September and culminates with a star-studded 91Èȱ¬ One show on Friday 14 November 2008.
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The aim of the appeal is to raise much needed funds to help
disadvantaged children and young people right here in the UK. For every penny donated, a penny will go towards
projects helping disadvantaged children and young people in the UK.
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The fundraising theme is "Do Something Different" and in the weeks leading up to the televised appeal
everyone is asked to join Pudsey, get creative and take up the challenge.
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It does not mean doing anything
difficult, expensive or scary, it just means doing something outside of your normal routine to help raise money.
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For inspiration there are lots of fantastic ideas in the new fundraising pack.
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Last year, the British public helped Pudsey raise a record-breaking £37million! This money is significantly enhancing
the lives of thousands of disadvantaged youngsters across the UK.
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Despite this amazing total there are still
thousands more children in this country living with a disability, neglect, abuse or in abject poverty who need help.
In the current circumstances there will be even more families falling into disadvantage and every donation, no matter
how small, really does make a huge difference.
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The 91Èȱ¬ Children in Need appeal is an opportunity for everyone to pull
together at home, at work or at school, and do what they can to support those in need.
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Every year appeal organisers are both
humbled and inspired by the extraordinary lengths supporters go to raise money, and they hope this year is no
exception. This is why they are asking for your support again in 2008.
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Since the 91Èȱ¬ Children in Need Appeal started in 1980, £480million has been raised to make a real and tangible
difference to the lives of disadvantaged youngsters.
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This year, with the help and support of the British public, it is hoped to break the half billion mark!
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About the fundraising pack
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Packed with great fundraising tips and materials – such as stickers, sponsorship forms, an event
planner, advice and information – this year's new-look Fundraising Pack is not only easier to use but is
environmentally friendly too.
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Each pack is made from chlorine-free, recycled paper using vegetable-based inks
and everyone is encouraged to recycle after use. Alternatively, you can download the pack from the website at bbc.co.uk/pudsey straight to your desktop.
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Remember every penny counts, so get your thinking cap on and Do Something Different to help 91Èȱ¬ Children
In Need today!
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It couldn't be done without you, so a big Pudsey thanks on behalf of all the disadvantaged
children who will benefit!
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Remember every penny counts…
- £3 could enable a child in respite care to spend the day in a sensory garden
- £5 could buy cot bedding for very young children affected by poverty or homelessness
- £10 could pay for a young athlete who has had an organ transplant to enter the British Transplant Games and receive a commemorative medal
- £30 could buy a pair of riding boots for an organisation supporting mentally and physically disabled children
- £100 could subsidise a child's place on a holiday play scheme, allowing them to play and make friends in spite of financial hardship
- £1,000 could buy a year's worth of arts and crafts resources for an after-school club catering for children living below the poverty line
- £6,000 could pay for a residential activity week in Wales for 18 deaf children
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(based on grants awarded in 2007)
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