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Surrey Hills Enterprises and Shooting Star Children’s Hospices Launch Charity Partnership to Empower Local Impact
25th July 2025
Surrey Hills Enterprises (SHE), a not-for-profit championing sustainable local enterprise and community wellbeing, is proud to announce a transformative new partnership with Shooting Star Children’s Hospices, the only children’s hospice charity in Surrey. The partnership was officially launched at the SHE Summer Gala on 2 July 2025, marking the beginning of a powerful collaboration designed to raise awareness, drive fundraising, and deepen community engagement across the county.
This strategic alliance positions Shooting Star as the charity partner for all major SHE events and initiatives. Rooted in shared values of compassion, sustainability, and local empowerment, the partnership will provide Shooting Star with unparalleled visibility and engagement opportunities across Surrey’s vibrant business and community networks.
“This partnership is about a shared purpose,” said Maggie Howell, CEO of Surrey Hills Enterprises. “Together with Shooting Star Children’s Hospices, we are creating a platform for meaningful impact, connecting values-led businesses with a cause that touches the hearts of so many in our community.”
Through this collaboration, Shooting Star will benefit from:
– Brand visibility at flagship events such as the Surrey Hills Wood Fair, Fire & Food Fair, and Country Fair, reaching thousands of attendees.
– Fundraising integration via donation buttons, raffles, auctions, and Instagram charity tools.
– Corporate engagement with SHE’s network of over 240 sustainability-focused businesses.
– Experience-based opportunities for Shooting Star families, including workshops, nature days, and wellbeing activities.
– Strategic marketing support, including spotlight features, social media campaigns, and a dedicated web profile.
“We are honored to be the charity partner of Surrey Hills Enterprises,” said Paul Farthing, Chief Executive at Shooting Star Children’s Hospices. “This partnership is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the Surrey community in new and meaningful ways. By working together, we can raise vital funds and awareness, and bring more joy and support to the children and families who need us most.”
The partnership was formally unveiled at the SHE Summer Gala on July 2, where Shooting Star were introduced to the SHE member network and wider community. The evening included a special address from Shooting Star, highlighting the charity’s mission and the impact this partnership will help achieve.
For more information or to support the partnership, please visit:
– www.shootingstar.org.uk
– www.surreyhillsenterprises.co.uk
