Following a recent recruitment drive, we are pleased to welcome on board Adam Holder as our new trustee. Adam joins Jacky, Angelo, Fran and Jenny who have been involved in the charity since it began in 2009.

Adam is a managing director at Bray Leino and has a strong connection with the Caroline Thorpe children’s ward at North Devon District Hospital. His excellent communication skills and business experience will be an asset to the charity. Adam also has several years’ experience as a speaker for the charity, Young Lives Vs Cancer.

Care for Kids supports families who have a child diagnosed with a life-threatening illness or condition. The charity provides instant financial support to families who are struggling to pay for the costs of travelling to specialist children’s hospitals and the subsequent loss of earnings. It also carries out enhancement projects at the children’s ward at NDDH, making it a more comfortable place for all those who use it.

Adam says: “I’m really pleased to be joining the team at Care for Kids as a trustee. Knowing first-hand what it’s like to have a very poorly child to care for, I understand the impact Care for Kids makes on these families' lives at a crucial time.  I can’t wait to get stuck in and support the charity.”

Current trustee, Jacky Massos, says: “We are really pleased to have Adam join our team. We’re only a small team so it’s good to have another trustee on board to help us meet our fundraising targets and continue our work supporting local families. There’s always room for more volunteers, so if you’d like to get involved either with one-off events or as a trustee, please get in touch.”

Care for Kids is a small and dedicated team who are passionate about helping North Devon families and their children.