KIDDERMINSTER-based Hewett Recruitment has chosen KEMP Hospice as its charity of the year in honour of a much-loved colleague.

Speaking about their support, Ben Mannion, director at Hewett Recruitment said: “KEMP provides incredibly important services to individuals and families at such a difficult time and everyone at Hewett is really keen to make a difference in the year ahead.

"Our late Finance Manager, June Smith, who passed away in December following her own brave battle with cancer, was an ardent supporter of KEMP over many years and the team at Hewett can think of no better tribute than spending 12 months dedicated to championing and fundraising for such a brilliant charity that was so close to June’s heart.”

Jayne Sargeant, Head of Fundraising and Communications said: “With thanks to their sponsorship, plans are already in place for our Firewalk which is taking place on Thursday 12th October 2023. We are incredibly grateful to Hewett Recruitment for choosing to support KEMP. Strong relationships with our local community are so important to us. We’re here for the Wyre Forest and working with prominent companies such as Hewett Recruitment helps to grow awareness of our care and support services which are available to anyone living in the Wyre Forest who needs us.”

To sign up for the firewalk, people can visit the KEMP Hospice website.