Every day in the UK, more than 100 children lose their mum or dad. The death of a parent or sibling can be the most traumatic experience a child will ever have to face. It’s a life-altering event which can, for the most vulnerable, lead to devastating lifelong consequences, including physical and mental illness, social exclusion and shortened life expectancy.

But it doesn’t have to. With the right support, given at the right time, and in the right way, bereaved children can go on to live happy and healthy lives.

Winston’s Wish relies on voluntary charitable donations to support children and their families following the death of a parent, sibling or important person. Since 1992, they have helped tens of thousands of bereaved children and young people and, with your help, we can help tens of thousands more during the most difficult time of their lives.

Ronnie's Personal Experience.

I have decided to choose Winston's Charity for the following reasons:

50 years ago when I was just 5 years old, I lost my beloved little brother William Klos due to a fatal car accident. Back then, there was no support for parents, guardians, siblings or family members during these tough times. Winston's Charity provides support for families to help talk through these traumatic and life changing experiences. When something like this happens you do not know how you feel and you don’t understand your emtions but later on in life you realise you needed the help and support which if you receievd the help it could have changed your attitude towards family and friends. Reflecting on all of this, you end up hating yourself. Why am I here and not him? It scares me a lot as I hate receiving love, but I love giving love.

Please support me, Ronnie Klos, in helping to support people who have went through similar situations.