Parents turn grief into £60k for children's hospital

Five years after the death of their son Charlie at age five, Nici and John Robinson have raised more than £60,000 for Alder Hey Children's Hospital. Their charity, ThumbsupforCharlie, offers vital respite breaks for families in the UK who have a child under 25 diagnosed with a brain tumour or who have lost a child to the disease. The couple established the charity to support families in similar situations, recognizing the invaluable need for respite. In addition to charity work, Nici creates keepsake bears through her business, Blue Bear and Co, which offer comfort to recipients. An annual event, Charlie's Convoy, featuring over 300 vehicles, also commemorates Charlie's memory and has grown significantly since its inception. The family's efforts ensure Charlie's legacy continues to support others.