Livingston shopping centre offers shoppers a star on its 'Walk of Fame' for children's hospices
Money raised to celebrate The Centre’s 50th anniversary will go towards helping young people with life-shortening conditions
Shoppers could get their own star on Livingston’s own “Walk of Fame” to raise money for children in hospice.
The Centre shopping centre in Livingston is giving people the chance to donate to buy a one of 50 personalised stars to celebrate its 50th anniversary and the arrival of Hollywood Bowl.
Donations start at £10 with all the money raised going to Children's Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS) which provides specialist hospice care for young people with life-shortening conditions and their families.
Zhenya Dove, Community Fundraiser at CHAS, said: “We’re so honoured to be a part of such a special anniversary and celebrations!
“Each star will help us provide care, comfort and moments of joy for families going through the hardest of times. Knowing that their community is alongside them means so much.”
Unveiled on November 7, the Walk of Fame will lead up to the new 26,500 square feet bowling alley, which will be home to 22 ten pin bowling lanes, a large arcade as well as a bar and a diner.
The first 25 stars will be available to purchase for yourself or someone special at the CHAS pop-up next to New Look from 2pm on Monday October 5. The final batch will be released on October 17.
They will stay there for two months before being permanently displayed near Boots across from the Centre’s history wall.
Those shoppers who purchase a star will be invited to November’s unveiling and will get their very own star as a keepsake.
The Centre’s marketing manager, Tess Sundberg, said: “We’re delighted to be celebrating such a significant milestone with our ‘Walk of Fame’ initiative that brings together our 50-year history, our local community and an important cause.”
“It’s such a memorable way for people to get involved, whether they choose a star for themselves or as a gift for someone special, while helping us to raise much-needed funds for CHAS.”
Ms Dove added: “Thank you to The Centre, Livingston team and to everyone who purchases a star for helping families make the most of their precious time together.”