FEATURE


Does it work? Here is just one testimonial of hundreds received: “An amazing charity, with the warmest, kindest and most selfless people I've ever known giving everything they've got”.


Has me&dee been recognised for its work? I have won several business awards for the shrewd business acumen needed, including Inspirational Business Woman Awards and being shortlisted for a Chamber Award, a Pride of Britain Award and an MBE for my services to over 2,000 families facing short futures, along with raising more than £250,000. I am an honours alumni of the University of Derby, was a


national student officer for disabled students, have worked as an independent adviser for disability hate crimes with Midlands Police Forces, and with the Metropolitan Police for stop and search issues for those with external body appliances, such as those I have. I have been a chameleon with my charity to keep it going and self-funded through nearly 13 years. In this current situation, with 17 families on our waiting


list and unable to give holidays at the moment, I am providing the families with weekly ‘treats’ of luxury food packages, party boxes for the children, surprise gifts, flowers and more to create situations to give smiles and memories in isolation.


Do you offer CSR opportunities? If you are looking to comply with Social Corporate Responsibility, we will work in partnership with you by promoting your company and listing you on our website, while also giving you the great satisfaction of helping our families make precious memories.


Visit: www.meanddee.co.uk


Maria, with Delilah and Kelli, who both suffered


bereavements at young ages


48 business network June/July 2020


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