Supporting Two Incredible Charities at Riviera Connect EXPO
At Riviera Connect EXPO, we believe in the power of collaboration—bringing people, businesses, and communities together to make a real impact. That’s why we’re proud to support Children’s Hospice South West and Mare & Foal Sanctuary, two incredible charities that provide vital care and support for children and animals—both so close to many of our hearts.
We were truly inspired by the collaboration between Rosey Oakes and Daniela Hopkins, who have joined forces to create a stronger, united approach to fundraising and awareness. Their partnership reflects what Riviera Connect EXPO is all about—working together to achieve more. By supporting these charities, we’re not just raising funds but also highlighting the importance of teamwork, compassion, and giving back to the communities we serve.
Join us in championing this collaboration and making a difference at this year’s Riviera Connect EXPO!
Mare & Foal Sanctuary & Children’s Hospice South West on their Collaboration:
“Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, and together, we can make an even bigger impact. By joining forces, the Mare & Foal Sanctuary and Children’s Hospice South West are raising both awareness and vital funds to support children, families, and rescued horses and ponies in need. We’re incredibly grateful to Riviera Connect Expo for supporting this partnership and helping us share our mission with the wider community.”
Address:
Little Bridge House
Redlands Road
Fremington
Barnstaple
EX31 2PZ
Charity Number: 1003314
Email: [email protected]
Contact Number: 07761 0418333 / 01271 325270
Website: www.chsw.org.uk
We are proud to support Children’s Hospice South West
For more than 30 years Children’s Hospice South West has been caring for babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions by providing hospice care and professional family support services. The care offered at each of our 3 hospices is not just about medical and nursing support for babies, children and young people but enriching the lives of them and their whole family.
We are proud to support The Mare and Foal Sanctuary
Since 1988, The Mare and Foal Sanctuary has been rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming horses and ponies in need. We provide a safe haven for equines who have faced neglect, abandonment, or abuse. Our Welfare and Rehoming team offer practical, non-judgmental support to struggling horse owners, and work with the police, RSPCA and other agencies to rescue horses from crisis situations. Many of these animals require specialised care and extended recovery times.
We also offer Equine Assisted Services, supporting vulnerable young people and adults through guided interactions with our horses to improve wellbeing.
What they say:
We are committed to sustainability, using holistic grazing and biodiversity practices that create a natural and enriching environment for our horses, promote wildlife and reduce our environmental impact.
At the core of our work are our values: Kindness, Care, and Knowledge.
THANK YOU….. for choosing to support The Mare and Foal Sanctuary
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.mareandfoal.org/
Meet the Charity's Corporate and Community Fundraising Lead for the 2025 expo
Rosey Oakes, Corporate and Community Lead at the Mare and Foal Sanctuary, has over a decade of experience in the charity sector. Her previous roles include Volunteer Manager at Devon Air Ambulance, Campaign Development Lead at Animals in Distress and Trustee of the fledgling charity SisterWood. She’s delighted to be working with the Torbay Business Forum again, having previously served on the committee while she was a Fundraising Manager at Rowcroft Hospice. As the instigator of their Big Christmas Breakfast – and inadvertently introducing Steve Reynolds the Elf to an unsuspecting public – Rosey loves bringing people together for a good cause and is thrilled to be working collaboratively with Daniela and Children’s Hospice South West.
