Tottenham Hotspur’s fund-raising support for Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice strengthened by women’s team visit

Two leading members of Tottenham Hotspur women’s team spent the afternoon meeting children and families at the Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice in Byng Road, Barnet, as part of the club’s long-standing support for its official charity partner.

Winger Hayley Raso (left) and captain Bethany England (far right) are seen above with six-year-old Willow who was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy when she was 18 months old.

Willow was the star of Noah’s Ark’s recent “From that Moment” campaign which was supported by Tottenham Hotspur and which raised over £1million for its work with babies, children and young people with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions.

Sophie Andrews, Noah’s Ark’s chief executive officer, welcomed Bethany and Hayley to The Ark and showed them round the hospice’s facilities for supporting children and families from across north and central London.

The North London Derby fixture in the Women’s Super League between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal on Saturday 16 November will be dedicated to Noah’s Ark with volunteer fundraisers in the stadium, the Tottenham Experience and Seven Sisters Station.

“We are so looking forward to celebrating our partnership with Tottenham Hotspur at the North London Derby and the wonderful work the club does in helping our fund raising,” said Ms. Andrews.

Hayles and Bethany shared a sensory play space with Willow who has been supported by Noah’s Ark since 2020.

Bethany said she had been highly impressed with the incredible care the hospice gave to children.

“It’s clear it’s not just the children but also the support network provided for their families that makes the work of Noah’s Ark so important.”

Bethany was joined for more play with Willow and Ruby.

Ruby’s father Simon said his daughter, who is supported by Noah’s Ark, was always excited when they drove over to The Ark.

“It was lovely to meet Beth and Hayley. They really took the time to play with Ruby and Willow, even getting in the ball pit. It was wonderful to see.”

Hayley was impressed by the Ark’s setting and facilities.

“It is an absolutely beautiful building, and it was a joy to meet some of the families supported by the hospice.

“I am proud to raise awareness of all the incredible work they do through Noah’s Ark’s partnership with the club.”

Earlier this year the men’s vice-captain James Maddison toured The Ark and visited the therapies wing and accessible playground. He donated a hamper of Spurs-themed games and toys.

After his visit Maddison was so inspired by the work of the charity that he dedicated his annual golf day to The Ark and raised £75,000.