In my job as a fundraising consultant, I write daily about the impact of the amazing charities that I have the privilege to work with. Personally, I choose only to work with causes that I can be passionate about. Last weekend, and certainly not for the first time, I was reminded first hand of the huge difference Camp Simcha UK has on the lives of families affected by a serious medical condition.

Meet my beautiful NASA, he’s an assessed therapy dog who volunteers for Camp Simcha’s Paws for Fun project. As he can’t drive, I took him to meet the sibling in a family supported by the charity. With 3 dogs, I am a huge advocate of the therapeutic value of dogs – but it was truly wonderful to see the emotional boost that the simple act of playing and interacting with a dog gave this young boy. The time he spent with NASA gave him an escape from the chaos and challenges of his daily life and the opportunity to feel normal.

To discuss #volunteering opportunities animal or human call the Camp Simcha UK office on 0208 202 9297