Invesco and Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice

We can’t change a diagnosis.
But, with Invesco’s support, we can change what happens next.

By voting for Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice as your next Charity partner, Invesco can change the lives of children and families facing serious illness.

With your support, we can help more children enjoy life as children, rather than as patients.

We support over 400 families across North Central London and Hertsmere, helping them to make the most of every day. For those who do die young, we do all we can to help them die in as much comfort as possible, surrounded by family.

The Opportunity

Our award-winning Play Team believe in the life-changing power of play. They focus on what children can do, not on their limitations, and enable children to express themselves and explore the world around them.

They have a vital role in supporting children at the end of their lives and create memory casts and keepsakes for the families whose children have died. They support siblings to understand and navigate their grief.

Invesco’s fundraising would be used to fund our Specialist Play service for 2026/27, making a transformational difference to our charity.

Last year, only 19% of our income came from the government. Partnerships with firms like Invesco are crucial to our survival.

Atiya’s Story

The children we support show us the life-changing power of play.

Vikki, Play Specialist at Noah’s Ark, shares Atiya’s story:

“Atiya had a rare genetic condition that made her skin extremely fragile, meaning she was in constant pain, covered in blisters, and required dressings that had to be changed twice a day. In my 12 years as a play specialist, it’s the most brutal condition I’ve ever witnessed.

At first, Atiya’s play sessions focused on helping her explore her feelings and creativity through arts and crafts, which she really enjoyed. These sessions gave her a safe space to express herself, and over time they became a place where she felt able to open up and trust us.”

“When Atiya developed cancer in her leg and approached the end of her life, her play sessions took on a deeper meaning. It became clear to me that she understood she was dying. Through play, she began to prepare - writing letters and creating gifts for her friends and family. Play became the transportation for her to be able to say goodbye to the people she loved the most.”

“During painful dressing changes, we used guided imagery to help transport Atiya to the most wonderful places in her imagination. I couldn’t take her pain away, but what I could do was distract her for just a few moments.

Atiya sadly died aged 14 in 2023. I am so grateful to have known her. She showed me the true power of play.”

What your support makes possible

£25

Could buy a pack of sensory sound instruments for a family to use at home together.

£50

Could pay for a cast of a child or young person’s hand or foot, carefully crafted and mounted on a solid wooden plinth to create a deeply personal keepsake.

£200

Could fund a Play Group for bereaved siblings, enabling children to process their feelings through play and to make friends with other children in a similar situation.

Sometimes parents look at us when we’re working with their children like they’ve seen their child being a child for the first time. It’s immense.

Vikki, Play Specialist who has worked at Noah’s Ark for 15 years

Watch this short film to hear from Vikki, our Play Specialist

Together, we can change what happens next.

You’ll join a community of fundraisers and volunteers who go above and beyond so more children can have a good quality of life. From skydiving to baking, running marathons to climbing mountains, there are so many fun ways you can raise life-changing funds.

The Ark: A state-of-the-art haven of calm

Volunteer your time at The Ark, our beautiful home in Barnet. Keep our gardens in ship-shape, wrap gifts for children’s birthdays and help us prepare for events. You’ll see first-hand the difference your support has made.

Launch Virtual Tour

You’ll be supporting a charity dedicated to excellence and working in partnership

Hospice UK Team of the Year 2024

Starlight Play Team of the Year 2023

CQC Rated Outstanding

With your vote, Invesco can help bring play, comfort, and specialist support to hundreds of children and families. We hope to be a part of your charitable legacy. Thank you for your consideration.

Invesco and Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice

We can’t change a diagnosis. But, with Invesco’s support, we can change what happens next.

By voting for Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice as your next Charity partner, Invesco can change the lives of children and families facing serious illness.

The Opportunity

Last year, only 19% of our income came from the government. Partnerships with firms like Invesco are crucial to our survival.

Atiya’s Story

The children we support show us the life-changing power of play.

Vikki, Play Specialist at Noah’s Ark, shares Atiya’s story:

“Atiya had a rare genetic condition that made her skin extremely fragile, meaning she was in constant pain, covered in blisters, and required dressings that had to be changed twice a day. In my 12 years as a play specialist, it’s the most brutal condition I’ve ever witnessed.

What your support makes possible

£25

£50

£200

Watch this short film to hear from Vikki, our Play Specialist

Together, we can change what happens next.

The Ark: A state-of-the-art haven of calm

You’ll be supporting a charity dedicated to excellence and working in partnership

With your vote, Invesco can help bring play, comfort, and specialist support to hundreds of children and families. We hope to be a part of your charitable legacy. Thank you for your consideration.

We can’t change a diagnosis.
But, with Invesco’s support, we can change what happens next.