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Calling all daffodil lovers and advocates for cancer research – it's time to support the Marie Curie Great Daffodil Appeal on March 1! This annual appeal was first launched in 1986 as a way to raise funds for Marie Curie, a charity that provides care and support for people living with terminal illnesses. The iconic yellow daffodil flower symbolizes hope, strength, and new beginnings, making it the perfect symbol for this important cause. So let's show our support by wearing a daffodil pin or donating to this worthy organization. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those affected by terminal illness.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1986</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Marie Curie Cancer Care</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Marie Curie Cancer Care was officially registered as a charity in the UK in 1986, focusing on end-of-life care.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction of Daffodil Symbol</div><div class='timeline-text'>By 1996, the yellow daffodil, which blossoms in early spring, became associated as a symbol for the Marie Curie Cancer Care.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Daffodil Appeal</div><div class='timeline-text'>On 1st March 2005, the Marie Curie Cancer Care launched "The Great Daffodil Appeal" for the first time to raise funds for patients with terminal illnesses.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>5th Anniversary</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Great Daffodil Appeal marked its 5th anniversary with remarkable growth in public participation and awareness of the cause.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>10th Anniversary</div><div class='timeline-text'>In its 10th year, the Great Daffodil Appeal had become a significant annual event with thousands of volunteers and massive public support.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Pandemic Impact & Response</div><div class='timeline-text'>Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, Marie Curie kept the Great Daffodil Appeal alive through virtual initiatives, encouraging people to participate from home.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a charity walk</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather friends, family, and community members to participate in a charity walk to raise funds for the Great Daffodil Appeal. You can even make it a themed walk with daffodil-inspired outfits.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a bake sale</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get your baking skills on and organize a bake sale to raise funds for the Great Daffodil Appeal. Encourage others to join in and donate their baked goods as well.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a daffodil-themed art show</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather local artists to create and showcase daffodil-inspired artwork. You can sell the pieces and donate the proceeds to the Great Daffodil Appeal.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a daffodil-themed dinner party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends and family over for a dinner party featuring dishes and decorations inspired by daffodils. Ask for donations towards the Great Daffodil Appeal instead of bringing gifts.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a local hospice</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend some time volunteering at a local hospice that supports the Great Daffodil Appeal. Your time and effort will make a big difference in the lives of patients and their families.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises funds for a great cause</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The Marie Curie Great Daffodil Appeal is an annual fundraising campaign that supports the organization in providing care and support for people living with a terminal illness. By participating in this appeal, you are helping to raise much-needed funds for a very important cause.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It is a symbol of hope and remembrance</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The daffodil is not just a flower; it also serves as a symbol of hope and remembrance. By wearing or displaying the daffodil during this appeal, you are showing your support for those who have been affected by terminal illness, as well as honoring those we have lost.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It brings communities together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The Marie Curie Great Daffodil Appeal encourages people to come together in their local communities to support a good cause. It provides an opportunity for people to connect with their neighbors and make a positive impact in the lives of those who are facing terminal illness.</p></div></div>
<div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">1</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">Marie Curie provided 1.3 million hours of nursing care in 2018</h3><p class="facts-content">In just a single year, Marie Curie nurses provided over 1.3 million hours of care to patients across the UK, demonstrating the monumental impact of the charity's work.</p></div></div><div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">2</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">The charity established its first mobile information centre in 2009</h3><p class="facts-content">To bring its resources directly to the communities it serves, Marie Curie launched a mobile information centre in 2009 to provide advice and support on coping with terminal illness.</p></div></div><div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">3</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">Marie Curie has its own research centre, the Marie Curie Palliative Care Research Centre</h3><p class="facts-content">Launched in 2008, this research centre works at the forefront of palliative care science, studying pain management, fatigue, and psychological support for terminal patients and families.</p></div></div><div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">4</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">The charity helped over 40,000 people directly in 2016/17</h3><p class="facts-content">In the space of one year, over 40,000 individuals suffering from terminal illness benefitted directly from the aid of Marie Curie, illustrating the enormous reach of their work.</p></div></div><div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">5</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">Marie Curie nurses provide overnight care</h3><p class="facts-content">Unlike many other medical services, Marie Curie nurses are available overnight, providing invaluable peace of mind to patients and families alike.</p></div></div>
The Marie Curie Great Daffodil Appeal is celebrated on March 1 every year. In 2024 the event will fall on a Friday.
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