Hospice launches new Jail or Bail event

Birmingham Hospice, the primary provider of adult hospice care in the city and its surrounding areas, is inviting businesses across Birmingham and beyond to take part in its popular fundraising event, Jail or Bail.

Taking place on Friday 1 March at the ‘Lock Up’ on Steelhouse Lane, Jail or Bail is the ideal chance for employees to sentence their boss to a day behind bars – all for a good cause.

While spending the day in jail, the very worst of Birmingham’s office inmates will have the opportunity to call colleagues, friends and family to help them reach their £500 bail.

The money raised will provide specialist palliative and end of life care for people living with a terminal diagnosis.

Luke Manley, corporate fundraising manager for Birmingham Hospice, said: “The success and positive feedback from businesses regarding our last Jail or Bail event encouraged us to do another in 2024, and we are confident that local businesses will once again show their support and enthusiasm for our charity.

“Costs are rising exponentially, making it harder for us to reach everyone who needs our expert care. You can help us be there for local people at a time when our services need more funding than ever.

“It costs £495 for 24 hours of nursing support for a person being cared for in one of our Inpatient Units. Once a participating business has reached their fundraising target of £500 and gained their freedom, they could have paid for 24 hours of care for those living with a terminal diagnosis.”

Making every moment matter for patients and their loved ones is at the heart of everything Birmingham Hospice does. Each year, after NHS funding, the hospice needs to raise £5.5 million from voluntary donations and fundraised income so local people can receive the vital care and support they need.

Registration costs £25 and tickets can be bought online.

Click here to find out more about Birmingham Hospice and the services they provide.