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Sophie Rolf

Six year old Sophie was diagnosed with a brain tumour two months before her fifth birthday in June 2012. On hearing the news, Islanders set about organising fundraising events to raise funds for KissyPuppy, the Sophie Rolf Fund.

Despite ongoing treatment, Sophie’s parents received the shattering news in August 2013 that the brain tumour had grown. Sadly she passed away on 25th November 2013.

Sophie touched the hearts of many Islanders with her cheerful and brave approach to life and her legacy will live on through KissyPuppy, which raises money to help other children with serious or terminal illnesses.

23, March 2017·4 min read

Earl Mountbatten Hospice judged to be ‘Outstanding’

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has judged the Earl Mountbatten Hospice to be ‘Outstanding’ - putting them alongside a small group of other hospices across the country which have achieved a similar rating.

The Esplanade and Thompson’s Charity Gala Dinner 2023

16, October 2023·5 min read

Esplanade and Thompson’s Charity Gala Dinner raises £21,000 for Isle of Wight causes

A heartwarming evening at Esplanade's charity gala raised £21,000 for Isle of Wight charities

17, October 2013·1 min read

Family ceilidh by Karen Tweed to raise money for KissyPuppy

Karen Tweed, with specially invited musicians, is holding the first of her themed ceilidhs for all the family on November 3rd from 5pm-8pm at Brading Town Hall.

6, July 2012·1 min read

Fundraising Appeal For Four Year Old Sophie

Here at VB we gets many appeals each week from fundraising campaigns. Behind each and every one of them is a personal story. We're sure that this particular one below will pull heavily on the heartstrings of all those who read about it. If you can help in anyway, we're sure your donations would be very much appreciated.

28, January 2020·2 min read

Hipshaker returns to help fundraise for Island Games athletes and KissyPuppy

A great night out is promised with very best in 60's funk, soul, jazz, rock, R&B and Motown from Hipshaker's resident DJs. Go home with a warm fuzzy feeling that you've helped two great causes

L-R Ben Holdsworth, Lucy Drover, Nick Groocock (TM), Aaron Rolf, Eden Canning and Maisey Maisie Witty

9, March 2020·1 min read

Hipshakers who braved Storm Dennis helped raise £600 for Kissypuppy

Over 300 people braved Storm Dennis to attend the Kissypuppy fundraiser last month

4, August 2016·2 min read

Hospice launches new children’s and families bereavement service

Working in partnership with Kissypuppy - the Sophie Rolf Trust - the Earl Mountbatten Hospice is launching a new children’s and families bereavement service on the Isle of Wight.

28, November 2013·1 min read

Hundreds pay tribute to ‘beautiful butterfly’ Sophie Rolf

Islanders pay tribute to the Island girl who touched so many people's hearts.

16, August 2012·1 min read

IOW Car Club raise almost £2,000 for Sophie Rolf Fund

Fantastic effort from the folks at the IOW Car Club who raised £1,900 last weekend for Kissypuppy, the Sophie Rolf Fund.

6, December 2012·1 min read

Irish-themed charity night in aid of Sophie Rolf Fund

Tables are still available for Friday night's charity event raising money for five year old Sophie

17, March 2021·3 min read

Isle of Wight causes to benefit from share of £6,300 raised at Co-operative Food stores

The fantastic amount raised by staff and customers will be shared among seven very worth Isle of Wight causes. See the details within

22, February 2019·1 min read

Isle of Wight Freemasons raise a whopping £3,000 for the Sophie Rolf Trust

Over £3,000 has been raised by a lodge of Freemasons for an Isle of Wight charity that offers support for children who have life-shortening conditions.

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