House Charity

Clowns In The Sky
Clowns in the Sky is a charity that aims to bring smiles to the faces of sick children and provide support to their families during stressful times.

We currently have activity trolleys in oncology wards across many hospitals and shared care units. These trolleys are available at any time and offer a variety of craft activities. We bring the playroom to the child when they are too unwell to make the short journey or when the playroom is closed. We also fund children’s entertainment sessions.

In addition, we support research into childhood brain tumours, with the hope of one day finding a cure. The inspiration for Clowns in the Sky came from a very special little girl, Jennifer Chambers.

Website: https://www.clownsinthesky.org/

 

House Inspirational Figure

Sir David Attenborough
Sir David Attenborough, aged 99, is one of the most influential environmental advocates of our time, with a career spanning over seven decades. Renowned for his groundbreaking nature documentaries like Planet Earth, The Blue Planet, and Life on Earth, Attenborough has used his voice and storytelling to inspire global awareness of biodiversity, climate change, and conservation.

His charitable work includes supporting organisations such as WWF, Cool Earth, Population Matters, and the World Land Trust, where he has served as a patron since 2003. He has launched appeals to protect rainforests in Ecuador and has been instrumental in campaigns to preserve endangered species and habitats.

In 2022, the United Nations awarded him the Champion of the Earth Lifetime Achievement Award for his dedication to environmental advocacy. Attenborough has also urged action on reducing meat consumption, switching to renewable energy, and restoring natural ecosystems. His legacy includes not only dozens of awards and honorary degrees but also over 20 species named in his honour, reflecting his profound impact on science and conservation.