Hospice offers prizes for keepy-up experts

People in Sutton Coldfield are invited to get into the football spirit ahead of the Euros with St Giles Hospice’s Keepy-Up Challenge!
St Giles Hospice is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest fundraising initiative – the Keepy-Up Challenge!
As football fever sweeps across the continent ahead of the Euros, St Giles is inviting supporters to join them in a game-changing challenge to raise vital funds.

Whether you’re a seasoned striker or just starting out, everyone can be a champion in this event.
The rules are as straightforward as a penalty kick: Sign up to the Keepy-Up Challenge to receive your free fundraising pack and activity tracker, then show off your skills by completing as many keepy-ups as you can
throughout the Euros 2024 period, between 14th June – 14th July.

Oli Duffy, 14 years old, from Elford, took part in the challenge last year to raise money in memory of his Grandad Willis, who died at St Giles.
Oli said: “My grandad was a keen sportsman so I think he would be proud
of me for raising money for St Giles and raising awareness of the work that they do. I found the challenge fun as it kept me active and helped me with my football skills!”

Sam Colclough, Events Coordinator at St Giles Hospice, added: “Our Keepy- Up Challenge is a winning opportunity for local people to blend their love of football with fundraising for St Giles.
“Every pound raised goes directly towards supporting local people, and
their loved ones, living with a terminal illness.”

But the excitement doesn’t stop at the final whistle! Participants who reachthe medal target (£50 for individuals, and £200 for a team) will receive a Keepy-Up Challenge medal in the post and be entered into a prize draw to win an array of sporty prizes, including the chance to win four England match tickets.!
For more information and to sign up for the Keepy-Up challenge, visit:
http://www.stgileshospice.com/keepyupchallenge/