Give 5 in 2026

SLOW’s 5 Core Pillars

SLOW is a unique charity created by bereaved parents for bereaved parents and siblings. Every week, we provide safe, compassionate spaces – online and in person – where grieving families can connect, be heard, and feel less alone.

At the heart of everything we do are our five core pillars:

1. Supporting parents and siblings

Through weekly and monthly groups, events, and activities – including dedicated support for bereaved young siblings.

2. Peer-led, from root to branch

Every member of staff and every trained facilitator is a bereaved parent or sibling. Half our trustees are too. We understand because we’ve lived it.

3. Creating space to grieve and be heard

Our support is free, long-term, and designed to “walk alongside” families. We don’t try to fix
grief – we make space for it.

4. Building connection and community

Members and facilitators share an unimaginable experience. In that space, lasting bonds are formed, and the deep isolation of grief begins to ease.

5. Healing and hope over time

Our academically assessed model meets people where they are – week after week – until they feel ready to step forward again.

We need YOU

Small charities like SLOW are facing an incredibly tough fundraising climate, but the need for support has never been higher.

In 2026, we are launching a new teen sibling group for bereaved young people and a new parent support group in South West London, in partnership with Shooting Star Children’s Hospice.

To make this possible, we need our community to come together.

That’s why we’re asking you to Give 5 – to raise funds, raise awareness, and stand with bereaved families when they need it most.

How YOU can Give 5 in 2026

Whatever you choose, your Give 5 pledge will make a real difference.

You could:

Join a local 5k and raise funds for SLOW
Set up a £5 weekly or monthly donation
Gather 5 friends to take on a challenge or team fundraiser
Create or share 5 social posts about how SLOW helps families
Take 5 minutes to see if your workplace could nominate SLOW as a charity partner