A HOSPICE has pleaded for people to fundraise to keep its doors open amid a "huge loss" during the pandemic.

St David's Hospice said it will be short of the funding needed to provide its services due to restrictions on hosting its large-scale fundraising events and that government support is not enough.

The Llandudno hospice, which provides support to adults with life-limiting or terminal illness, is searching for 500 supporters to be a part of its #500 Hearts Campaign to raise a minimum of £100 each.

Andrew Everley, head of fundraising for St David's Hospice, said: “St David’s Hospice is a very special place and is close to the hearts of many people in the local community. Sadly, for the second year running, the majority of our community fundraising events will not be able to go ahead including the annual Summer Fete, the Dragon Boat Challenge and our Colour Runs. This will mean a huge loss of income for the Hospice."

The #500 Hearts Campaign encourages people to carry out a physical challenge, spring clean or donating the money directly.

“You can choose how you would like to fundraise, from taking part in a physical challenge to donating the money you would normally spend on your morning coffee and cake," said Mr Everley.

“We hope that the community will use their imagination and creativity to come up with ways to raise a minimum of £100. If 500 people take part in the 500 Hearts campaign, it will raise at least £50,000 for end-of-life care across North West Wales.”

As a reward, each fundraiser will receive a limited-edition goat toy, exclusive to the #500Hearts campaign and a unique #500 Hearts enamel badge.

For more information and to take part with a free fundraising pack visit the St David's Hospice website.