Bliss (charity) the charity for the Blue Peter appeal twice, raising £2.7 million and helping to raise awareness about underfunding in neonatal intensive care units. In 2000 Bliss ran a campaign to show that neonatal units in the UK were relying on the charity for equipment, rather than the NHS. The story made the front page of the Daily Express and £6.5 million was then announced for neonatal intensive care. From then on, Bliss decided to spend less money on equipment and started funding medical training and research. Bliss champions the right for every baby born premature or sick to receive the
Help Musicians UK charity plays a vital role supporting working musicians. Their aim is to not only help emerging professionals to develop their talents but also to support existing professionals who have retired or have been hit with crisis including long term illness or financial trouble. Help Musicians UK gives financial grants to pay for medical treatment, specialist therapies and living costs and provides one-on-one help to those with life-changing situations. It improves the quality of life for retired musicians by providing regular payments and social visits. In 2014, it spent £3.3 million improving the lives of 2,505 musicians. Help Musicians UK also