Your chance to turn £2 into £8,000 is here

29th July 2025

A charity that cares for seriously ill children across the West Midlands is launching its biggest-ever raffle this July giving supporters the unmissable chance to win an incredible £8,000 jackpot – along with a host of other top cash prizes.

Acorns Children’s Hospice is offering supporters the incredible opportunity to transform a gesture of support into a huge win, with tickets priced at £2 each.

The grand prize winner of Acorns Summer Raffle will take home a mouth-watering jackpot of £8,000, while two lucky runners-up will each receive £500. Three winners will pocket £125, and over 100 additional cash prizes are up for grabs.

Katie Burbridge, Executive Nurse and Director of Care at Acorns Children’s Hospice said: “This is the most exciting raffle we’ve ever held at Acorns! That jaw-dropping £8,000 could fund your dream holiday, a shiny new car or even the kitchen renovation you’ve been putting off.

“But it’s not just about winning. Your support for our Summer Raffle helps us continue our vital care for children with life limiting and life threatening conditions. Every ticket sold brings us closer to ensuring that no child or family has to face unimaginable challenges alone.”

Supporters have until 25 August to try their luck and play the raffle, with winners to be announced shortly after.

The lucky winner can choose either the £8,000 cash jackpot or a stunning Mediterranean cruise.

All funds raised through the raffle will go directly towards Acorns expert care for seriously ill children and their families.

Katie added: “Every year, we provide vital care for nearly 800 local children and their families – specialist care that children and families can’t get anywhere else. Each and every £2 ticket purchased directly supports this care, helping children and families at a time when they need it most.”

Acorns Children’s Hospice provides specialist palliative care for babies, children and young people with life limiting and life threatening conditions, and support for their families.

In the past year, the charity has cared for more than 780 children across the West Midlands, and supported over 1,000 families, including those who are bereaved. Children visit Acorns for rehabilitative respite, symptom management, emergency and end-of-life care.

This care and support is provided from Acorns three hospices, based in Birmingham, Walsall and Worcester, and in the community.

Acorns needs around £35,000 each day to provide its children’s hospice care, with two thirds of that amount coming from generous donations and fundraising by the local community.