Four charities on the Wirral have received a £25,000 donation – split equally four ways – from entertainment company with a social purpose, Omaze, following its recent house draw in the area.
Omaze was introduced to the four charities by Matthew Patrick MP, Member of Parliament for Wirral West.
The beneficiaries of the donation are Tomorrow’s Women, which supports and empowers women experiencing difficulties; Barnstondale – an inclusive outdoor activity centre supporting over 6,000 children each year from all backgrounds; Carrbridge Centre – a community centre on a large housing estate that aims to steer young people towards positive paths and Claire House – a hospice for terminally ill children, helping 500 families per year.
Omaze recently ran a house draw on the Wirral – in which a five bedroom house worth £3 million – along with £250,000 in cash, was won by a 24-year-old nanny and raised £3.5 million for Scouts.
Tomorrow’s Women in Birkenhead provides targeted support across a range of areas including financial, mental health, domestic abuse, social isolation and substance abuse – and plans to use its £6,250 share to fund staff training for their stalking and harassment programme.
Barnstondale provides inclusive outdoor experiences for schools, youth groups, and charities. With 25% of visitors having additional needs and 1 in 3 facing financial hardship, our bursary scheme helps those most in need. This £6,250 donation will directly support them, ensuring access to their centre.
As there is no youth centre in the area for young people aged over 13 years old, Carrbridge Centre on the Woodchurch, will use the Omaze funding to cover much needed support with its staff. The new funds will provide one “Omaze Youth Active session” per week – for an entire year.
Claire House Children’s Hospice in Bebington can use the funds to provide a month of ‘Butterfly Care’ which is a place for a family to be with their child after they have passed.
Matthew Patrick MP, Member of Parliament for Wirral West, said: “Across the Wirral, charities and volunteers contribute so much to our community, providing support and services to those who need it most.
“It was great to meet with Omaze and introduce them to the four amazing organisations who they’re donating to.
“The £25,000 donation will make a huge impact for people on the Wirral, keeping important services running and delivering new activities for young people on the Woodchurch.”
Siobhan Waters, Fundraising and Communications Manager, Barnstondale Centre, said: “We are incredibly grateful to be one of the four charities benefiting from these much-needed funds. Omaze’s support has helped part-fund activity days and residential trips at Barnstondale, creating a life-changing impact – not just for the 55 children who directly benefited, but also for their families, teachers, and communities.
“The confidence, resilience and teamwork skills they develop at Barnstondale will stay with them for life. Thanks to your generosity, we can continue our mission to ensure no child is left behind, giving more young people the chance to experience the joy of outdoor learning with their friends – creating memories that last a lifetime.”
Natasha Walker, Omaze, said: “Everyone at Omaze is absolutely delighted we have been able to make a contribution to these four fantastic charities.
“I was honoured to visit Barnstondale, to meet representatives from all four charities and hear about the incredible people who are providing such vital community services.
“Omaze will continue to help more local causes in the areas where we host our house draws, wherever possible.”
Matthew Patrick MP 