Ellie Vermeulen

2026 Ribbon Run Virtual

This October, I’m proud to be taking part in the Sands Ribbon Run in loving memory of my Grandson, Dylan.


When Dylan's passing was confirmed at his 20 week scan, our family experienced first-hand the heartbreak of baby loss.  Through this experience, we came to appreciate how important compassionate support is for families during such a difficult time.


That's why I'm raising money for Sands.  The charity provides invaluable support to bereaved families and works to improve care and understanding around baby loss. Every donation, no matter the size, will help Sands continue this important work. 


Thank you so much for your support and for helping keep the memory of much loved babies alive. 

Ellie x


£20
- could provide a bereaved family with a memory box to help create and keep safe precious and lasting memories of their baby.

£35 - could answer a call from someone reaching out for support who has been through pregnancy loss or the death of a baby.

£100 - could help ensure every hospital in the UK has a dedicated Sands volunteer to help healthcare professionals access our training, guidance and support.

My Achievements

Fundraising page

Updated Profile Pic

Added a Blog Post

Received 5 Donations

Raised £100

Raised £150

Reached Goal

Increased Target

My Updates

Group photo

Monday 12th Oct

Group photo

Monday 12th Oct

Forest / Trees

Monday 12th Oct

Forest

Monday 12th Oct

Group photo

Monday 12th Oct
Me, Gemma, Bella and Leah

My dedication card

Monday 12th Oct
Beautifully created by my Granddaughter

Thank you!

Monday 12th Oct

I’d like to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who sponsored and supported me.

Yesterday was a special day, made even more meaningful because I was able to share it with my daughter (Leah), my best friend (Gemma) and Bella. The weather was perfect – clear blue sky and the sun was shining.  We walked through the forest together, taking in the beautiful surroundings and enjoying the time together. I’ve shared a few photos from the day. 

Thank you to everyone who donated.  Your generosity means so much and helped make the day even more meaningful. ❤️

Thank you to my Sponsors

£50

Nicky Elstone

£10

Mike Duncan

Hi Ells chatting with Saturday night heard you were doing this run for charity here’s a little to go towards good cause catch up late Gully n Chell Xx

£12.25

Athena

£28.44

Patrick Duce

Great cause well done Ellen! Pat

£20

Matt Vale

Good luck Ellie, me and Eden are cheering you on 💙

£20

Cardhauluk

£10

Claire M

Go Ellen - such an important cause x

£23.45

Martin Cole

Good luck!

£6.56

Heather Jones

All power to you Ellen, such a great cause x

£10

Sunali Thammaiah

Good luck Ellen

£10

Liam Tedds

Good luck - a fantastic cause

£17.53

Emily Palmer

Good luck - for a really important cause!

£17.89

Grace Fairbairn-hall

£23.45

Susan Hill

£23.45

Sue Smith

Good luck Sweetheart XxX

£12.25

Jane Pugh

Wishing you all the best hun. Xx

£12.25

Lynne Lambert

Love to all your family, a beautiful charity to support.

£10

Georgie Grainger

£28.44

Jess

£12.25

Jodie Hughes

Good luck! Brilliant cause ! Much love ! Always thinkibg of dylan 🩵💙

£28.44

Rosalind Oldham

I’ll be thinking of you as you walk in memory of our dear Dylan xxxxx

£25

Leah

So proud of you mum. Thank you for walking in Dylans memory, supporting us and always acknowledging his little life 💙💙

£30

Jackie Genner

Good luck to you all. Lots of love

£50

Leila

£55.88

Haydn Kerby

£40.27

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