Mark Gilbey-Cross RN 💙

Collier Row Mosque Presents £5,113 Fundraising Donation to St Francis Hospice Collier Row Mosque was honoured to welcome Andy Furneaux of St Francis Hospice for a special cheque presentation following a remarkable fundraising effort by our community. Through the generosity and dedication of our members, we proudly raised an incredible £5,113 to support the invaluable work of the hospice. The morning was both poignant and uplifting as we remembered the life of Nabeel Al-Azami and reflected on the outstanding care provided by St Francis Hospice. Nabeel’s family spoke about the significance of death in Islam and how their faith, combined with the support of their family and community, helped them cope during difficult times. Andy Furneaux expressed his heartfelt gratitude for the generous donation and highlighted the critical role of fundraising in sustaining the hospice’s compassionate services. He also addressed misconceptions surrounding hospice care, emphasising the dignity, respect, and control it offers patients in their final moments - whether at the hospice or within their own homes. The event underscored the shared values of compassion, care, and community support. In Islam, caring for the sick and dying is a deeply significant act, reflected in the words of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), who said: “The best of people are those who bring the most benefit to others” (Hadith, Al-Mu’jam al-Awsat). Collier Row Mosque extends our sincere thanks to all who contributed to this fundraising effort. We remain committed to supporting the extraordinary work of St Francis Hospice and fostering strong community partnerships. For more information on the work of St Francis Hospice and to read about Nabeel’s story, please visit: sfh.org.uk/news/finding-comf….