For the fourth consecutive year, Medequip teams from around the country have provided fundraising support for the annual Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal, with volunteers raising in excess of £60,000 and Medequip dedicating corporate resources to play an operational role in facilitating the Appeal.
The poppy has been a symbol of remembrance for over 100 years and sits at the heart of the annual national commemoration. In 2024, the Poppy Appeal raised £51.4 million pounds, with 32 million poppies and 127,000 wreaths distributed around the country.
It is a significant logistical exercise in fundraising, with Medequip using their staff and fleet of vehicles behind the scenes to support the distribution and collection of poppy pots and trays in many regions, helping to ensure that supermarkets, businesses and schools remained fully equipped throughout the Appeal.
In a number of locations, as part of Medequip’s volunteering programme, many colleagues also stepped forward to assist with in-store collections, giving their time to help engage the public and encourage vital donations.
“Without the dedication and practical support of partners like Medequip, many of our donation points simply wouldn’t be possible,” stated Mandi-Cox-Osborne, Poppy Appeal Area Manager for RBL. “Their continued commitment ensures that every poppy in the community has the chance to be picked up, every tray is refilled, and every donation reaches those who need it most.”
“Thanks to Medequip, more funds have been raised to support our Armed Forces community, providing assistance, hope, and life-changing support when it matters most.”
Andrea Clifton, Account Manager at Medequip’s Suffolk depot, has been closely involved with organising support for the Poppy Appeal for the past four years. “Medequip employs a number of ex-military personnel and we have staff whose close families are currently serving. Many people using our equipment services today served in the Armed Forces,” ” she said. “Supporting the Poppy Appeal gives us an important annual opportunity to meet our commitment to local community engagement initiatives.”
At any given moment, the RBL is helping over 7,000 members of the Armed Forces community by providing expert advice and practical support. From mental and physical recovery programmes, help with finances, housing and adapting to civilian life through to building camaraderie, the RBL is there for everyone in the Armed Forces community including serving personnel.