Starlight Charity

Making Play a Priority with Starlight Children's Charity

At One For Fun, we're on a mission to put the power of play into the lives of children who need it most. That's why we're immensely proud to support Starlight Children's Foundation, the UK's leading charity for children's play in hospitals and hospices. Together, we're making playtime a priority and transforming the lives of young patients across the nation.

The Healing Power of Play

The evidence is clear: play has a profound impact on a child's journey through illness and recovery. It has the remarkable ability to reduce fear, alleviate pain, and provide solace during treatment. More than just fun and games, play enhances mental and physical health while nurturing resilience. At One For Fun, we believe that every child should have the opportunity, space, and time to experience the magic of play.

Fostering Curiosity and Creativity

Play is a cornerstone of a child's well-being, fueling curiosity, sparking creativity, and inspiring a lifelong love of learning. It creates moments of escapism, offering a respite for children facing challenging medical conditions. Starlight Children's Foundation understands this better than anyone, and that's why they have a unique role in providing toolkits, toys, activities, and entertainment to support dedicated healthcare professionals. From compassionate nurses to skilled health play specialists, they create opportunities for play and distraction, brightening the lives of young patients and their families.

Protecting the Right to Play

Together with Starlight, One For Fun is committed to ensuring that every child in the UK has their fundamental right to play protected and provided for during their healthcare journey. We stand alongside Starlight in their advocacy and research efforts to safeguard children's right to play.

Our Support for Starlight

One For Fun proudly supports Starlight Children's Foundation by contributing to their Play Well Box initiative. Sensory toys play a crucial role in improving the well-being and quality of life for children facing illness or medical challenges. These specialized toys are thoughtfully designed to engage a child's senses, providing them with comfort, distraction, and a sense of control during their hospital stay or medical treatment.

Additionally, our team at One For Fun actively fundraises for Starlight by participating in events like the annual Norwich 10k Run. In our most recent run, we raised an incredible £1,475, all dedicated to bringing the gift of play to children in need.

Join Us in Making a Difference

You too can make a difference. Visit Starlight Children's Foundation's website to learn more about their incredible work and find out how you can get involved. Together, we can make play a priority, providing comfort, joy, and healing to children facing medical challenges.

At One For Fun, we're committed to transforming lives, one playful moment at a time. Join us on this heartwarming journey, and let's bring the magic of play to those who need it most.