| Welcome to Help for Heroes' first Annual Report. It has been a remarkable first year. Help for Heroes was launched in October 2007 out of a desire to help members of the Armed Forces who have been injured in the course of serving their country. It was born out of immense respect and awe for the courage, humour and professionalism of the men and women of the Armed Forces who put their lives in danger, on a regular basis, on our behalf. What was started by a small group of friends with a desire to help quickly ignited support across the entire country. Within weeks celebrities, politicians, sportsmen and women, and people in all walks of life were wearing wristbands to demonstrate their support for the injured, embarking on fundraising events and making donations. |
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| As a result of this cascade of support, Help for Heroes has raised, on average, over £1 million per month to help our wounded. The majority of the money raised has been designated to build much needed rehabilitation facilities. Alot of it comes from events initiated not by the Help for Heroes team itself, but from people across the country who, spurred on by the desire to help, have undertaken fundraising events. The events have ranged from the large to the small. But every event continues to raise money that goes to support the wounded and every event makes another statement to Servicemen and women that they are appreciated and that we care. |
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| As you read this report I hope you will get a sense of the spirit and passion that lies within all of those who have, during the course of the year, given their time to work for Help for Heroes. As the publicity grew within the year so did the demands on all of those working for the cause. The effort and hours put in by the team have been quite remarkable and I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone associated with the charity for their remarkable dedication and determination. |
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Help for Heroes is a vehicle through which the public can express their gratitude and respect for members of the Armed Forces who risk everything on our behalf. Through your support we have been able to commit or designate over £23 million to support the wounded. However, long-term injuries need long-term solutions. Going forward, Help for Heroes aims to supplement the available facilities and care so that those in rehabilitation get the very best facilities and treatment in order to recover from their injuries and rebuild their careers. With your continued support I am confident we will make a huge difference to the lives of the wounded.
Hadyn Parry
Chairman |
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