Crossed Grain February 2021

2 | SUPPORTER NEWS Leaving a better future Getting our affairs in order is something many of us intend to do, but it’s not easy to think about, and often gets put to one side. Faced with the unprecedented challenges of a pandemic, considering how we’d like to leave this world, and what we can do for the people and causes that mean the most to us, has begun to feel increasingly important. As you look ahead to the future and consider making or updating your Will, we’d like to ask an important question. After ensuring your loved ones are protected, will you consider a planned gift to Coeliac UK? By leaving a gift to Coeliac UK in your Will, no matter what size, you can ensure we will continue to be there for everyone who needs to live gluten free. THANK YOU FOR MAKING A DIFFERENCE 2020 was a tough year for everyone, so we want to say a huge thank you to our amazing gluten free community for continuing to donate and raise vital funds. Your generosity allows us to keep providing essential support and information, and make a real difference to the lives of people who need to live gluten free. It’s been heart warming to read the many messages of support we’ve received and to hear about the inspiring new ways that you found to fundraise during the pandemic. Find out more about ways to donate at www.coeliac.org.uk/donate £22,000 RAISED A very big thank you to all those who participated in our Wine & Dine Online event and online auction last November. Your support helped us to raise over £22,000, in a year when we’ve had to miss out on so many other fundraising activities. A special thanks to our sponsors and prize donors for their generous donations: Corptel, Connells Group, Niche Food and Drink, Lickfold Inn, Doves Farm, Panasonic, Honeybuns, Côte Brasserie, Juvela, Nature’s Path, Warburtons, Jane Devonshire, Eurofood Brands, Delicious by Design, Nairn’s and The British Hamper Company. The Gluten Free Lottery is celebrating its fourth anniversary this year and we had three lucky £1,000 winners in January. Could you join them? Entry costs just £1, or £2 to double your chances, with a top prize of £10,000. For your chance to win, and support Coeliac UK’s life changing work, visit www.coeliac.org.uk/lottery *Over 18s only. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling too much? Visit begambleaware.org “I hope that my gift will make a positive impact for future generations living with coeliac disease, allowing them to take back control of their lives and health.” Jean, member since 1994 To find out more contact Jessica Keane at jessica.keane@coeliac.org.uk or by telephone on 01494 796136 . CELEBRATING FOUR YEARS OF WINNERS KEEPING LOCAL GROUPS CONNECTED Our monthly volunteers’ lounges provide a forum for volunteers to share their ideas on virtual activities and keep their members connected in these difficult times. Thanks to our volunteer efforts, our local groups have continued to keep in touch, via video calls, newsletters and Facebook. Visit www.coeliac.org.uk/localgroups to find out more and get involved.