Great Daffodil Appeal
What is the Great Daffodil Appeal?
The daffodil is the emblem of Marie Curie Cancer Care and is also used by many other cancer charities across the world.
Our annual Great Daffodil Appeal was launched in 1986. It is our largest fundraising event and the second largest pin badge campaign behind the Poppy Appeal.
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General questions
How can I register?
You can register by phone by calling 08700 340 040 or click here to register online.
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When do registrations close?
Registrations close on October 17, 2008 (kits will be delivered between September and October).
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Is there an initial joining fee?
No, but the children are encouraged to ask their families for a small donation to sponsor their individual Mini Pots of Care.
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How much would you suggest the children donate?
We hope that each child or pupil raises a donation of approximately £3 but this is only a guide.
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Where does the donation money go?
To fund Marie Curie Nurses in your community.
Marie Curie Nurses support cancer patients and their families during the later stages of their illness.
The money raised by the children will give people the choice to spend their last days at home, surrounded by family and friends.
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When will I receive the Class Kit?
Class Kits will be sent out from September 22 to October 27, 2008.
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What does the Class Kit include?
The kits contain everything you need to take part including daffodil planting kits for each child and instructions for teachers/leaders.
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What do the Teacher's/ Leaders Instructions include?
Everything the teacher / leader needs including planting and growing instructions, template letters and details of the online educational resource pack (Key Stages 1 and 2, National Curriculum) containing lesson plans and activities to accompany the project.
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Will there be any educational resources?
Yes, detailed lesson plans and other support materials for teachers will be downloadable from August.
Resources for non-school groups will also be available.
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Can all Key Stage 1 and 2 classes in the school take part?
Yes, but you must make sure that you either have enough storage space for the pots outside from autumn through to springtime, or that the children can take them home.
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Will a member of Marie Curie Cancer Care be attending our school during the activity?
Not on this occasion, but please call the Mini Pots of Care Team on 08700 340 040 if you have any queries.
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Can non-school groups take part?
Yes, Mini Pots of Care is open to non-school groups which cater for children aged 3 to 11 years.
This includes groups such as Brownies, Cubs and gardening clubs.
Click here to register online for Mini Pots of Care or call 08700 340 040.
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Planting and storage
How do I plant the bulb?
Fill half the Mini Pot of Care with compost (compost tablets included in the planting kit). Place the daffodil bulb on top of the compost, root side down and cover it completely with compost.
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When should the bulbs be planted?
Preferably in September/October but as they can be planted as late as mid-November to ensure that they bloom in time for Paint Your Mini Pot Day.
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Should I water the bulb?
Water it a little if the compost has dried out.
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How do I store the Mini Pots of Care?
Mini Pots of Care will need to be stored outside from autumn through to springtime. If you school does not have enough outdoor storage space you can ask pupils to take their flower pots home and bring them back in March to decorate.
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