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Acorns is here to support families at every stage of their child’s life and beyond. With your help, we can be there when families need us most, providing vital care and making a difference to young lives.

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London Marathon 2027

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Dean Hughes takes public transport whenever he goes to work. He doesn’t jog, and he isn’t a runner. He jokingly says he gets ‘knackered’ if he has to run to catch a bus. Yet, in a twist of irony, Dean is also gearing up to take part in the most famous run in the whole world – the London Marathon.

Acorns volunteer’s inspiring journey to the London Marathon

Dean Hughes is gearing up to take part in the most famous run in the whole world – the London Marathon.

Dancing star Luba is fab-u-lous during glitter-filled visit to Acorns

A star from TV’s Strictly Come Dancing paid a fab-u-lous visit to Acorns Children’s Hospice giving youngsters and families the cha-cha-chance to dance.

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Entire hospice team takes on 100 Miles in March challenge

The entire team at a Birmingham children’s hospice will be inspiring others this March by taking on a charity challenge to walk 100 miles – finishing their feat with a victory lap around Aston Villa football ground.

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10 fantastic facts about Wills

Acorns has released a list of the top 10 most amazing and surprising facts as the charity offers a free professional Will-writing service.

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The most powerful way to say that seriously ill children matter to you

Acorns Children’s Hospice has joined a major televised campaign to help local people protect their families’ futures by offering a free professional Will-writing service.

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Kia Pegg raises vital funds for Acorns

We are incredibly grateful for the passion and dedication of our wonderful Ambassador, Kia Pegg, a BAFTA-nominated actor, children’s TV presenter and host.

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Hundreds of local babies, children and young people rely on Acorns for our 24-hour specialist care. Your support is vital in helping to continue our work and be there when they need us most.