Allison Homes Funds Hospital Murals with £6,400 Donation to Local Hope Charity
Allison Homes, through its Partnerships division, has made a significant donation of £6,400 to Local Hope, a charity dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals in the Boston area. This generous contribution is part of Allison Homes' ongoing commitment to donate £100 to a local charity for every new home contracted through its partnership schemes, demonstrating a strong focus on community enrichment alongside housing development.
New Affordable Housing Development in Frampton
The donation stems from the new 'Skylarks' development located on Middlegate Road in Frampton. This community project will provide 64 much-needed affordable homes as part of the established partnership between Allison Homes and local housing provider Amplius. The collaboration aims to address critical housing shortages while fostering positive social impact through charitable initiatives.
Vibrant Murals Transform Hospital Environment
The donated funds have been specifically used to commission a series of vibrant murals for the neonatal and children's units at nearby Pilgrim Hospital in Boston. Created by talented local artist Michelle Codling, professionally known as 'The Painting Lady', the artworks are designed to bring joy, warmth, and a sense of calm to patients and their families during challenging times. On February 3, representatives from Allison Homes, Amplius, and Local Hope gathered at the hospital with the artist to celebrate the partnership and its positive impact on young patients and hospital staff.
Community Leaders Praise the Initiative
Hazel Marsh, founder of Local Hope, expressed her gratitude, stating: "This incredible donation is going to be a game-changer for the hospital community. Michelle's murals bring colour, hope, and comfort to the hospital environment - we're absolutely thrilled and deeply thankful for their support." A spokesperson from Pilgrim Hospital's children's services added: "The murals have transformed the ward spaces. They create a welcoming, reassuring environment that helps lift the spirits of families and children during their stay. The artwork not only brightens the walls - it brightens the whole experience."
Partnership Drives Community Support
James Pennington, group partnership and investment director of Allison Homes, highlighted the alignment of values: "We are thrilled to be supporting Local Hope with this donation. Their important work in the Boston community aligns perfectly with our commitment to building thriving communities, and the new murals are a wonderful addition to Pilgrim Hospital, which plays such an important role in supporting local families. Our partnership with Amplius has been instrumental in identifying and supporting local charities like Local Hope, thanks to our shared values of addressing both housing needs and community support."
Local Hope's Ongoing Impact in Boston
Local Hope has already made a significant impact in the Boston community through various initiatives over recent years. Notable achievements include raising £12,000 for an ability swing in Central Park, donating educational resources to Boston Endeavour Academy, and providing care bags for chemotherapy patients at Pilgrim Hospital. Hazel Marsh emphasized: "This donation helps us continue our mission of making a real difference in our community. We are extremely grateful to Allison Homes."
Amplius Commits to Quality Homes and Community
As a leading housing association in the Midlands, East, and Southeast of England, Amplius is committed to providing high-quality homes and vital support services that improve the lives of its customers and communities. Marcus Keys, chief development and commercial officer at Amplius, commented: "Our partnership with Allison Homes - and the charitable donations that come as a result of this - continue to go from strength to strength. Our development in Frampton is providing much-needed affordable housing to the area, and to also be able to generate a generous contribution to an important local charity is wonderful. I'd like to thank all my colleagues at Amplius and Allison Homes for their hard work in bringing these homes to fruition, and I'd also like to wish Local Hope the very best of luck for all the brilliant work they continue to do."
This initiative underscores how strategic partnerships between housing developers and local charities can create lasting benefits, from affordable housing to enhanced healthcare environments, fostering stronger, more resilient communities in regions like Boston, Lincolnshire.
