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Grant boosts Momentum’s respite support for families

• 22nd October 2025

We are delighted to announce that we have received a fantastic £7,500 grant from the Community Foundation of Surrey, to help fund respite breaks for some of the Surrey-based families we support.

• Respite breaks
• Family wellbeing

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Top comedians bring laughs and community spirit to Kingston

• 21st October 2025

Last week, for one night only, some of the UK’s top comedians took to the stage to raise vital funds for Momentum.

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Why leaving a legacy to Momentum matters

• 8th October 2025

Mario is one of our dedicated trustees. Alongside his voluntary role, he has helped to fund projects, taken part in fundraising activities, and has chosen to leave a gift to Momentum in his will. October is Free Wills Month, and Mario shares why leaving a legacy to Momentum holds such special meaning to him.

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Building more than materials: teaming up with PTL

• 7th October 2025

We are delighted to announce that Professional Traders Limited (PTL) have committed to a new partnership with us.

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George wins Regional Pride of Britain Award

• 30th September 2025

A few weeks ago, one of our supported dads, George, from Weybridge, Surrey, received a very unexpected call from ITV. George had been nominated for a Pride of Britain Award and was one of four finalists for London’s Fundraiser of the Year, and two weeks ago, at a surprise event, he was announced as the regional winner!

• Bereavement support

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Mowing for Momentum

• 24th September 2025

One of our wonderful Young Ambassadors, 13-year-old Thomas, has completed a Move for Momentum challenge with a difference – by mowing the lawns of his neighbours’ gardens!

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Reflecting on Childhood Cancer Awareness Month     

• 23rd September 2025

As we come to the end of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we wanted to thank the wonderful families, individuals and corporate supporters who have all made truly valuable contributions.

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Carry the Momentum forward – Free Wills Month        

• 23rd September 2025

October is Free Wills Month, and we have partnered with Octopus Legacy to offer a free will writing service. If you’ve been thinking about writing or updating your will, October is the time to do it, and we’d be very grateful if you might consider leaving a gift to Momentum as part of your legacy.

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United effort sees team conquer Thames Path Challenge

• 16th September 2025

On Saturday 13 September, an inspiring team took on the Thames Path Challenge as part of our Move for Momentum fundraising campaign.

• Bereavement support

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For Louis: Cricket match that was more than just a game

• 11th September 2025

Ten-year-old Thea, from Shepperton, Surrey, is a Young Ambassador for Momentum. Last month Thea and her family organised a special cricket match in memory of her brother Louis, who very sadly died in 2021, when he was just 22 months old. Thea has written a heartfelt account of the cricket match:

• Bereavement support