SHOE shop Wynsors has announced it will be helping those with terminal illnesses after revealing its fundraising partner.

The Boundary Road store has selected the HoneyRose Foundation as its charitable partner after staff selected a cause that would make a difference on their doorstep, and allow for customer donations to be invested into the area. .

The footwear retailer has recently relaunched its charity initiative, which previously saw all funds raised over the last two years donated to the national charity, Cancer Research UK.

Colleagues across the company were encouraged to put forward deserving causes that hold meaning to them to ensure that their fundraising efforts make a difference in their own communities.

The HoneyRose Foundation has been recognised by colleagues at the St Helens branch for the amazing work that they do within the local community and have been confirmed as the stores fundraising partner for the year.

The foundation was founded in 2004 by Lynn Duffy MBE in memory of her three close friends, Nicola, Karen and Rose, who all passed away from terminal illness.

The charity offers the chance to grant a special wish, which can be applied for by anyone over the age of 40 suffering with a terminal or life-threatening illness, or on their behalf.

This can range from seeing a West End show or a private aeroplane ride.

Lynn Duffy MBE, founder of The HoneyRose Foundation, said: “We at the HoneyRose Foundation are thrilled that the St Helens store has chosen to partner with us. We grant special wishes to adults and their families with cancer and other life threatening and terminal illnesses, and it's great to see a local retailer offering its support with this. We look forward to seeing what the partnership brings."

Jan Ikin, store manager at Wynsors St Helens, added: “We’re so pleased with the introduction of the new charity initiative which will see each of the store teams making a difference in their own community.

“Being able to support such a valuable local cause as the HoneyRose Foundation over the course of the next year is fantastic and we’re excited to see all money raised be put to good use in our local area.

“We understand that donations are vital for smaller charities to continue with their hard work and it’s great to be able to offer our ongoing support to a cause that’s close to all of our hearts.”

Wynsors St Helens is home to fantastic footwear at great prices for all the family. The store has regular discounts on big name brands including Adidas, Converse, Nike Air Max, Kickers and Skechers.

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