Isobel – Why I became a Trustee
Isobel Hall, current Chair of Sandy Bear, became involved with Sandy Bear at the beginning of their journey as a charity back in 2016. As part of Trustees Week 2023, she has shared with us what it is like to…
Sandy Bear
Oscar’s Story
Oscar was referred to Sandy Bear Children’s Bereavement Charity in November 2019 following the death of his grandad, Liam. Oscar and his mum, Mairead, completed the full support programme at Sandy Bear and they talk openly about their bereavement and…
Welcoming New Volunteers
During the Autumn, our newest members of the volunteer and staff team are undergoing their training ahead of supporting our work with Children, Young People and families. Once training is complete, they will join our fantastic volunteers in supporting people,…
Seeking New Trustees
Could you be our next trustee? Sandy Bear is a charity working across Wales and working with Children, Young people and those supporting them when they are anticipating or are bereaved of someone close to them. Trustees help us to…
Fun Run
Sandy Bear has recently hosted its first fun run. The event was set up to raise awareness of the charity and the crucial work we do supporting Children, Young People and Families leading up to and following a bereavement. It…
Donation to ‘beacon of light’ children’s charity
A children’s bereavement charity in Pembrokeshire has been nominated by staff from National Grid Electricity Distribution to receive a charity donation – and a follow up visit! Sandy Bear Children’s Bereavement Charity was chosen by members of National Grid’s West…
Women in Wales Charity Donates £30,000 to Children’s Projects in Wales
Raising funds for children’s projects in Wales is at the heart of the Women in Wales
Job vacancy – Chief Executive Officer
Sandy Bear are seeking a new Chief Executive Officer. Sandy Bear Children’s Bereavement Charity exists to improve the life outcomes of children and young people who have been bereaved by the death of a significant person in their lives. They…
Sandy Bear receives £274 donation from South Pembrokeshire Golf Club
South Pembrokeshire’s Golf Club held their Senior Section’s Captain’s Day on October 18th year
Sandy Bear receives £45,178 from Valero
Valero’s 2022 UK Benefit for Children Classic was held for the 9th time this summer, at the Celtic Manor Resort in Newport, to raise money for children’s charities. The overall event raised £355,000, which goes towards supporting children’s charities across the UK.
