This Christmas, Quadrant department stores in Chelmsford and Braintree partnered with the Lennox Children’s Cancer Fund to make Christmas extra special for children facing the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.
Both stores hosted Christmas trees decorated with tags, each featuring the name and age of a child supported by the charity. Customers and staff were invited to pick a tag, purchase a gift, and bring a smile to a child’s face this Christmas.
The response from our community was overwhelming. Thanks to your generosity, we collected over 100 gifts! These thoughtful donations will bring joy not only to the children undergoing treatment but also to their siblings, who often share in the emotional burden.
The gifts collected from both Quadrant Department Stores. The photo shows L-R : Lynsey Bidwell (Lennox Children’s Cancer Fund) with Karen Brooks and Marianne Toole (Chelmsford Star Co-op Membership Team)
When Lynsey Bidwell from the Lennox Children’s Cancer Fund came to collect the gifts, she shared this heartfelt message:
“Thank you so much for your support, it means so much to the children and their families. It also helps their siblings.”
For 30 years, Lennox Children’s Cancer Fund has been a lifeline for families navigating the trauma of a childhood cancer diagnosis. Their work ensures that children and their families receive the practical and emotional support they need during such a difficult time.
We are incredibly proud to support such a meaningful cause and deeply moved by the kindness of everyone who participated. Your generosity has made a profound difference in the lives of these children and their families, helping to spread hope and happiness during the festive season.
Thank you to all our customers and staff who contributed to this initiative—you truly embody the spirit of giving. Together, we’ve made this Christmas brighter for so many.
To find out more about the work that The Lennox Children’s Cancer Fund do, please visit their website: https://www.lennoxccf.org.uk/